Provides industrial machinery and support services for engineering companies.
Job Description
Your duties will encompass:
Own the end-to-end delivery of all training cohorts from Foundation through to Trade Test in line with published outcome standards
Drive and maintain high first-attempt trade-test pass rates as the primary academic performance metric
Track, measure, and report learner placement outcomes at 3- and 6-month intervals post-qualification
Take full accountability for campus financial performance, including revenue, margin, and EBITDA against plan
Build and maintain strong relationships with 6–12 anchor employers, ensuring consistent engagement and placement pipelines
Ensure pre-selling of at least 60% of funded seats ahead of each intake and maximize class fill rates
Manage and maintain active operational relationships with MERSETA and QCTO representatives
Ensure continuous audit readiness and compliance with all accreditation and regulatory requirements
Lead, manage, and develop campus staff, fostering a culture of quality, accountability, and safety
Oversee implementation and maintenance of QMS, OHS, and safeguarding policies
Own and actively manage the campus risk register, mitigating operational and compliance risks
Deliver accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting to internal and external stakeholders
Monitor and optimize learner progression, retention, and completion rates across programmes
Ensure alignment between training delivery and employer skill requirements within the local market
Operate the campus as a high-performance environment with a strong focus on execution, systems, and measurable outcomes
Qualifications
Red Seal artisan or mechanical/industrial engineering qualification with strong workshop-floor experience
Skills
Minimum 5 years progressive experience in technical training and/or manufacturing operations at HOD or Centre Manager level
Proven delivery in an accredited training environment with working knowledge of QCTO, MERSETA and SETA funding models
Demonstrated ability to build and run a programme, department, or facility from inception
Strong operational, systems, and P&L ownership mindset
Ability to engage credibly with shopfloor leadership
Salary/Package
R40k – R50k CTC
Benefits
N/A
Job Post Expiration
2026-07-05
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