Business Developer Jobs - Yanbu Saudi

<h3 >About Tronox and the Role</h3> <p >Tronox is a global leader in the vertically integrated manufacturing of titanium dioxide (TiO2) pigment and other materials that add brightness and durability to products encountered daily. With 5,700 employees across six continents, the company operates unified by strong values and a vision to shape a sustainable, thriving world through enriched and refined minerals. We are seeking a <strong >Learning &amp; Development Specialist</strong> to join our team in Yanbu, Al Madinah, Saudi Arabia, on a full-time basis.</p> <h3 >Role Purpose</h3> <p >The Learning &amp; Development Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving the competency assurance system specifically for Maintenance personnel. This is achieved through structured classroom learning, practical workshops, simulation, coaching, and structured On-the-Job Training (OJT). The role supports safe, reliable, environmentally responsible, and efficient plant operations by identifying competency gaps, conducting Training Needs Analysis (TNA), developing competency-based learning programs, facilitating technical training, and conducting competency assessments. The position partners closely with Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, Reliability, Process Safety, HSE, HR, and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to ensure employees possess the required technical competencies to perform their work safely, effectively, and in compliance with Tronox standards.</p> <h3 >Key Responsibilities</h3> <ul > <li >Deliver classroom, practical workshop, field coaching, and structured OJT programs.</li> <li >Conduct Training Needs Analysis (TNA) with department leaders and identify competency gaps using various data sources such as competency matrices, performance data, incident learnings, audits, and business requirements.</li> <li >Develop and continuously improve competency-based training curricula, including CETP, JRTP, OJT, qualification pathways, and technical development programs.</li> <li >Design structured learning pathways for new hires, experienced employees, multi-skilled personnel, and succession planning initiatives.</li> <li >Develop technical training manuals, presentations, SOP learning guides, assessment packages, and reference materials.</li> <li >Convert operational procedures, maintenance work instructions, OEM manuals, and engineering standards into effective learning materials.</li> <li >Collaborate with SMEs in developing technical learning content and blended learning solutions, including instructor-led, digital, self-paced, and workplace learning resources.</li> </ul> <h3 >Competency Assessment and Learning Administration</h3> <ul > <li >Conduct theoretical and practical competency assessments, developing written examinations, practical assessment checklists, and question banks.</li> <li >Verify employee competence against defined competency standards before qualification or authorization, and support periodic competency reassessment and reauthorization programs.</li> <li >Maintain employee learning records, competency matrices, qualification status, and training history.</li> <li >Prepare monthly competency reports and updates, ensuring compliance with LMS requirements and document control standards.</li> <li >Coordinate annual plans and monthly training calendars with stakeholders.</li> </ul> <h3 >Continuous Improvement and Safety Compliance</h3> <ul > <li >Evaluate training effectiveness using learner feedback, assessment results, workplace observations, and operational performance, recommending improvements to competency programs.</li> <li >Participate in capability improvement initiatives.</li> <li >Ensure all learning programs comply with Tronox Safety Standards, Process Safety Management (PSM), environmental requirements, and company procedures.</li> <li >Promote Human Performance principles, Learning from Events, and Safe Work Practices.</li> <li >Support competency requirements associated with Permit to Work, Isolation, Critical Risk Management, and Life Saving Rules.</li> </ul> <h3 >Required Experience</h3> <p >Candidates for this full-time position should possess <strong >5-10 years of relevant experience</strong> in learning and development, particularly within an industrial or manufacturing context, with a focus on technical competency assurance.</p>