About Unitrans

Unitrans  is a large, diversified contractual logistics and supply chain services company operating across sub-Saharan Africa. A subsidiary of South Africa’s KAP Industrial, the company offers a range of integrated services to industries such as mining, agriculture, retail, and petrochemicals. Unitrans Africa provides tailored, end-to-end supply chain solutions and is not a one-size-fits-all provider.

Job Summary

Unitrans, a leading logistics and supply chain company, is seeking a passionate and experienced Lead Training Facilitator to join our team. This role is perfect for a skilled professional eager to develop and deliver impactful training programs that empower our workforce. If you have a knack for inspiring growth, a proven track record in training, and a drive to make a difference, we want to hear from you! Join us in shaping the future of Unitrans through innovative learning and development initiatives.

The role will include leading and supervising a team of Training Facilitators to deliver driver and operator training that promotes safety, compliance, and upskilling of Operators across Unitrans. The Lead Training Facilitator role ensures delivery of training activities within a division in alignment with organisational priorities.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma or higher qualification in Education, Training & Development, Transport Management, or a related field.
• Accredited Facilitator/Assessor/Moderator certification (TETA or QCTO)
• Facilitating Operate a Vehicle Combination and Dangerous Goods
• Internal moderation
• Code EC Licence
• Strong facilitation, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor.
• Proven experience in designing and developing training material.
• Experience in driver training, transport operations, or related field.
• Code EC Driving Experience

Duties & Responsibilities

• Facilitate driver training sessions to ensure compliance with company and legislative standards.
• Design, develop, and update training material tailored for internal needs.
• Coach and mentor drivers and supervisors to improve safety, efficiency, and performance.
• Conduct assessments (including practical assessments) and provide constructive feedback to learners.
• Maintain training records, reports, and compliance documentation.
• Supervise and report on the expired training within the Division.
• Scheduling of classroom, practical, remedial training and coaching activities.
• Monthly moderation of completed assessments.
• Report on moderation internally and externally.
• Perform subject matter expert duties during customer audits.
• Train the Trainer duties. (SOP, Customer requirements, PBS, DG and OVC)
• Assist and Supervise remedial training interventions, (Drive cam, mix telematics, after incident/accident remedial)
• Focus on high-risk drivers and be the main contact person to drive down bad/risky driving behaviors.
• Coaching and mentoring of Training Facilitators.
• Monitor drive-cam events and provide suggestions and advice regarding required training, develop Toolbox talks to mitigate the risk.
• Report on training interventions, monthly, quarterly, bi-annually and annually.
• Continuously assessing current and prospective Training Facilitators competencies and improve on shortcomings.
• Develop innovative and effective training & development programs for staff in consultation with the Divisional Head: Human Capital.
• Perform periodic and reinforcement training of staff.
• Assist with accident/ incident investigation and compile training plans to improve driving skills and prevent reoccurrences of accidents where applicable.
• Present internal and legislative training interventions to new and current drivers, explaining and discussing content, clarifying terminology and illustrating examples to ensure understanding and learning of course content[.
• Liaise with the Training Manager to develop long and short-term training plans for the Division.
• Perform planned and unplanned job observations in an effort to improve behavioral based safety.
• Act as a contingency during crisis situations.