Manager, training

Venture Global LNG (“Venture Global”) is a long-term, low-cost provider of American-produced liquefied natural gas. The company’s Louisiana-based export projects service the global demand for North American natural gas and support the long-term development of clean and reliable North American energy supplies. Using reliable, proven technology in an innovative plant design configuration, Venture Global’s modular, mid-scale plant design will replace traditional designs as it allows for the same efficiency and operational reliability at significantly lower capital cost.

We are seeking qualified applicants for the position:

Manager, Training

Located: London

Joining the Venture Global Ship Management (VGSM) team in London, you will hold a fundamental position in a team that manages the in house owned and managed vessels.

As a Training Manager, you will closely interact with VGSM HSE, Marine and technical teams, VG training depart and Vessels to meet the training requirements of the fleet.

The Role:

To directly manage ongoing Training activities related to the Company's personnel both ashore and onboard Company vessels.

Job responsibilities:

• Manage and develop training programs (in consultation with the HSE, Marine and Technical departments, VG crewing providers) and professional development plans for seafarers.
• Work with training providers to develop bespoke VG courses, both onboard and at training establishments.
• Maintaining the Training and Certification Matrix for seafarers and shored based personnel.
• Managing Computer Based Training programs.
• Conduct ship visits to review onboard training and progress of officer rating, cadets etc.
• Evaluate post-training feedback and effectiveness. Provide training providers with feedback and track improvements agreed.
• Oversee crew managers to ensure alignment with training and compliance requirements.
• Monitor training outcomes and provide regular reporting management.
• Conduct internal audits of the VGSM training system.
• Visit and conduct audits of training facilities.
• Research and implementation of new training courses.
• Facilitating training workshops.
• Ensuring in-house training materials are accurate and up-to date.
• Organize and co-ordinate international officer seminars.
• Support seafarer recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Draft procedures, processes, and best practices for the training function.
• Ensure a culture of safety and excellence across training initiatives.

The ideal candidate:

• Previous experience in a similar role within ship management providing learning and development for office personnel, seafarers and cadets.
• Ability to maintain accurate record-keeping and the ability to generate comprehensive reports.
• Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to create a culture of diversity, inclusivity, collaboration and teamwork.
• Knowledge of legal and regulatory (ISM/SPS/MLC) obligations and the ability to ensure compliance with those related to seafarer training.
• Efficiently manage tasks and priorities in a fast-paced and time-sensitive maritime environment.
• Maintains the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.
• Competent user of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Work Conditions:

Job is performed in an office and onboard Company vessels. Up to 20% travel can be expected, visiting VG vessels/facilities and training facilities. National and international travel can be expected. Must be able to board an LNG tanker ship via gangway and/or Pilot ladder. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work indoors & outdoors, and be exposed to year-around weather conditions, ocean environment, and noise.

Venture Global LNG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.