Training Manager

Our client, a leading global aerospace aftermarket solutions provider with operations across 20+ countries, is seeking an experienced Training Manager for its component repair facility in Chonburi, Thailand. This role owns the design, delivery and continuous improvement of all training programs across the site, ensuring the workforce meets aviation regulatory standards (FAA, CAAC, CAAT, EASA) while building a strong bench of internal subject matter experts.Responsibilities

Design and coordinate all training programs, both outsourced and in-house

Select and implement appropriate training methods and activities for varied audiences

Deliver training fluently in both English and Thai, as required

Design, develop and implement English proficiency and language development programs

Provide guidance on session content, tools, techniques and procedures to stakeholders

Conduct training needs assessments to identify skills and knowledge gaps

Apply company and aviation-industry training and education principles across all programs

Design, prepare and order educational aids and materials

Assess instructional effectiveness and analyze the impact of training on employee performance

Compile post-training Lessons Learned and debrief points

Partner with internal stakeholders and liaise with subject-matter experts on instructional design

Maintain an updated curriculum database and training records

Host Train-the-Trainer sessions for internal subject matter experts

Manage and maintain in-house training facilities and equipment

Meet or exceed company, customer and regulatory performance standards

Ensure adherence to aviation authority regulations (FAA, CAAC, CAAT, EASA) and company safety/quality policy

Lead or participate in continuous improvement initiatives, promoting lean 5S methodology

Facilitate cross-functional ERP training to enhance user proficiency

Drive Root Cause Analyses within the department using structured methodologies

Coordinate and work closely across all levels of the organization, including senior management, program/team leaders and individual contributors

Take ownership for the prevention of work-related injury, ill health and accidents, and for environmental protection arising from training activities

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree.

10+ years of experience in the Airlines / Aviation industry

10+ years of experience in a Training function

Minimum 12 years of demonstrable, advanced experience developing and overseeing complex training programs (delivered in English and Thai) within high-risk / high-reliability environments, including aviation industry experience

Self-motivated with a genuine willingness to expand own knowledge

Strong teamwork ethic and ability to foster good rapport across the organization

Able to work shifts, overtime and weekends as required

High attention to precision and detail

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Safety-conscious mindset, respectful of the opinions of others

For expatriate candidates: formal Thai language education from an accredited institution is preferred