Competence Assurance Advisor

Our client in Norwich is seeking someone to join their Training and Competence Assurance team. This position will work closely with HR and QSSHE, to ensure the CMS and wider management of competence remain aligned to the Learning & Development Policy and for the Management of Safety Critical Competencies.

This role is based in Norwich working Monday-Friday, however there may be the occasional requirement to visit other offices.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Assist in the implementation of changes to the Competence Management System (CMS), across all locations
• Take responsibility for the integration of these changes across operations
• To act as an 'Internal Verifier’ within the scheme, sampling and auditing assessments / assessors during visits to office
• Assist in the continual development / evolution of the CMS
• Assist in the monitoring of all 'core’ positions across the business, both staff and contractor
• Responsible for the collection and sharing of competency performance data, working with local management to ensure regulatory, quality, and internal standards are met
• Work with the HR Team to cover all activities associated with the CMS
• Work with the HR and QSSHE Teams to develop competency roles and supporting standards for positions/areas of the business not yet captured by the CMS
• Plan and execute interventions in areas of the business where CMS compliance falls below performance standards
• Provide local training, direction and support to Assessors, through active interactions with stakeholders before, during, and after CMS rollout

Experience / Personal Attributes:

• Ability to build strong internal and external business relationships
• Ability to work independently and rapidly demonstrate working knowledge of Competency Assurance
• Lead projects with little supervision
• Ability to influence and drive change

My client offers an excellent benefit package, including discretionary bonus, pension, life assurance, flexible benefit allowance, private medical/dental cover and profit sharing.

Please submit your CV online, or for further information please contact Lesley Freeman or Wendy Wakefield.