The Company
We are a specialist civil engineering and highways contractor serving local and transport authorities throughout the North West of England. Our aim is to deliver sustainable projects within the North West, enhancing infrastructure and accessibility of communities, whilst minimising environmental impact and reinvesting locally.
With over 75 years of experience working on North West highway projects, we have gained a distinguished reputation for delivering hugely successful schemes. Our multi award-winning collaborative and proactive methods guarantee the best level of service for our clients.
The business provides a wide range of civil engineering and highway construction services, utilising its highly skilled internal workforce and a network of subcontractors. Its area of expertise lies in executing intricate and challenging projects, including but not limited to drainage schemes, intersection enhancements, and public infrastructure development.
The Job
Job Title: Skills Training Manager
Contract: Permanent (subject to completion of a 3-month probationary period)
Location: Site based role (sites across North West). Your base depot will be Bolton, BL4 7QF.
Working Hours: 45 hours per week - Monday – Friday: 07:30 – 17:00 (30 min unpaid lunch break)
Holidays: 35 days including bank holidays (Pro rata for 2025) - 7 days are to be taken at the Christmas Shutdown
Remuneration Package:
£40 – 42k (depending on experience)
Annual Profit Related Bonus
Workplace Pension
Accident and Life Cover (after successful probationary period)
Candidate Skills
Essential
■ Substantial Civil Engineering experience
■ Good communication skills
■ Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
■ Ability to organise own workload
Desirable
■ Valid CSCS Card
■ Training qualification
■ Knowledge of apprenticeships
Personal Qualities
■ Team Player
■ Professional manner
■ Ability to use own initiative
■ Efficient and organised
■ Attention to detail
Roles & Responsibilities
Reporting to the Senior People & Skills Manager, this is a stand-alone role for someone passionate about equipping our people with the skills, knowledge and confidence to thrive. You will need substantial experience in civil engineering and either hold a training qualification or be willing to undertake one. One of the key responsibilities is to manage our annual apprentice intake and support all the apprentices throughout their training and for one-year post-qualification. You will need to gain knowledge of the requirements of each apprenticeship from the colleges to support the apprentices throughout their courses.
■ Manage the recruitment and selection of apprentice intakes linked to the annual college year.
■ Establish links and liaise with colleges and educational facilities to ensure Apprentices are meeting the learning outcomes necessary.
■ Develop and deliver a programme of on-site skills training to meet the requirements of the apprenticeships; oversee and monitor the programme and keep appropriate training logs to fulfil the apprenticeship learning requirements.
■ Develop and lead in the delivery of a programme of ‘offline’ training skills which can be carried out on active sites.
■ Work closely with the Senior People & Skills Manager and the Human Resources Manager to control and coordinate training for all operatives.
■ Develop quality training tools for agreed Company plant types to an industry standard to facilitate internal training and development in preparation for certification schemes in both practical and theory-based format.
■ Monitor and maintain existing training certifications; plan and schedule training programme to preserve existing certification expiry dates.
■ Develop and deliver programmes of study in an engaging, structured and timely manner ensuring they meet industry standards.
■ Communicate with the Operations Director, Business Centre Managers and Works Managers to ensure they are kept informed of training.
How To Apply
If you wish to apply, please submit your CV with a brief covering note to: Nicola Shewring, Senior People & Skills Manager nicola.shewring@gcox.co.uk
George Cox and Sons Ltd are an equal opportunities employer
