Site Training Leader – Build Capability & Compliance …, City of Sydney

We’ve been proudly serving Australian communities since 1914 and have grown to become a top 30‑listed company on the ASX with a portfolio of iconic homegrown brands. At the heart of our continued success is over 115,000 team members working across the country, all contributing to bringing our customers smiles. You’ll not only get to see your work make a difference, you’ll be part of a team working together to help Australians eat and live better every day. About the team Supply Chain makes life easier, safer, and more sustainable across our network. Our team works with thousands of trusted businesses every day to bring together our suppliers, distribution centres and stores. By keeping those relationships strong and processes running smoothly, we’re able to maintain the availability and quality of our products for our customers. About the role We’re looking for a Training Manager to lead the training function at our automated distribution centre in Kemps Creek, NSW. This is a hands‑on, site‑based leadership role where you’ll guide a team of trainers, partner closely with operational leaders and shape how learning is delivered in a fast‑paced, evolving environment. This role offers real ownership and impact. You’ll play a key part in building capability across the site during a period of growth and transformation, with the opportunity to influence how training is designed, delivered and continuously improved. What you will do You will take ownership of the day‑to‑day training function on site, ensuring programs are structured, well‑coordinated and aligned to operational needs. This includes building solid rhythms around scheduling, delivery and compliance, while partnering with leaders to ensure training is prioritised and effective.
- Lead, coach and support a team of on‑site trainers
- Coordinate and schedule training programs in line with operational requirements
- Design and continuously improve training programs and materials
- Ensure compliance training, records and reporting are accurate and up to date
- Partner with operational leaders to align training with business needs
- Identify and implement improvements to enhance training delivery and effectiveness. About you and your skills You’re a hands‑on training leader who understands how to balance structure, pace and stakeholder needs in an operational environment. You have proven experience with leadership training development and coordination. You’ve built or evolved training programs, not just delivered them, and you’re confident influencing others to prioritise capability in busy, high‑demand settings. You’re able to implement inclusive approaches and adapt to diverse learner needs, and are comfortable being visible, present and engaged on site. You’ll also have
- Experience designing and delivering training programs in an operational environment
- Solutions‑focused, highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities
- CERTIV in training
- desired
- Strong stakeholder management and ability to influence without authority
- Solid understanding of compliance, governance and training reporting
- Proven ability to lead, coach or mentor a team.
- Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, process‑driven and safety‑focused environment. #LI-MAR What’s in it for you?
- Flexible working options: We know that work is only one part of your life, so we actively encourage a positive work‑life balance and provide hybrid working options to help you achieve it.
- Office perks: Take advantage of our gym facility and fitness classes, free parking, BBQ area, mini‑Coles supermarket, fooderie hub where you can sample new products before they hit the shelves, school holiday program and so much more when you come in.
- Discounts: Eligible team members receive 5% discount all year round on your Supermarket and Liquor online and in‑store purchases. We also offer additional periods of double discount (10%) at various times throughout the year. As well as hotdeals exclusive to team members that translate into additional savings.
- Reward through recognition: Give and receive recognition, linked to our Coles values, through our digital recognition platform ‘mythanks’. You can accumulate points to redeem in the online shop for exciting gifts and electronic gift cards from an extensive range of retailers.
- Opportunities for learning and development: No matter where you start within our diverse business, you’ll have experiences, exposure, and education to satisfy you. Discover and explore a variety of career development programs and job‑specific training.
- Paid parental leave: We understand how important your life outside work is and offer permanent team members paid parental leave to support you in balancing work and family.
- Investment in your future: Our annual team member share plan offer allows eligible team members to make regular pre‑tax salary sacrifice deductions to purchase Coles Group shares. About the recruitment process We’re continuing to build a gender equitable team, and a culture that is just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the communities we serve. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe and respectful for our team. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities. We’re happy to adjust our recruitment process to support candidates with disability. For further information and additional contact details visit the Our Recruitment Process section of our careers site or email #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rubq6