Job Description Summary
The Gas Power Kuwait Learning Center (KLC) Training Manager will lead the training team at the KLC to manage the delivery of technical training for our internal teams (Field Engineers, Craft, Repairs, On Site Services-OSS, Operations & Maintenance- O&M, Project Managers- PMO, & Contract Managers- CPM / CSL) and external customers.
This role will partner with the various parts of the business (FieldCore, Regions, OSS, Steam Power, Aero, Repairs, PMO, & O&M) to deliver with the right resourcing and content, while providing a safe and effective learning environment.
This role will partner with the GE Power training product leaders and project managers on all appropriate training solutions and will manage all operational aspects of the KLC including EHS compliance.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
Lead the Gas Power Training team at the Kuwait Learning Center
Lead the execution and development of Gas Power training for GE in the MEA Region
Manage and support regional instructors
Lead EHS compliance and proactive safety initiatives for the Gas Power Training at the Kuwait Learning Center
Manage Kuwait Learning Center and its readiness to support training
Work closely with the product line leaders, project managers and business leaders to ensure training meets the needs of the customer
Maintain financial reporting and systems (PowerMax, ERP, etc.)
Support customer training commercial offerings including the development of training proposals and scopes
Aggressively manage cost and productivity for training programs and courses
Lead internal and external resources responsible for development of curricula, training delivery
Lead programs and processes aligned with global business needs including identification, development, and delivery of training programs
Integrate training initiatives across the business
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college or equivalent experience in Power Generation Industry
Min 5 years of Operations experience (i.e., Services, Engineering, Commercial) in Power Generation or Oil & Energy
Experience managing large, complex programs and budgets
Demonstrated passion for employee learning
Proven Customer Centric Mindset
Ability to influence and gain commitment at all levels of the organization
Ability to communicate orally and written in English and Arabic
Desired Characteristics
Experience creating and leading a technical training program
Strong problem solving and program management skills
Understanding of contemporary business practices in finance, marketing, engineering, manufacturing and human resources
Knowledge of regional business practices and regional customers
Knowledge of training fundamentals and INPO standards
Ability to lead in a matrix environment
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Strong presentation and group facilitation skills
Proven field or resource management experience
Lean, Green Belt Certification (GE Employees Only) 
