Learning and Development Advisor in Fleetwood

Job description

Our client has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Learning & Development Advisor to join their HR and L&D team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the workforce is skilled, safe, and compliant within a highly regulated operational environment.

Location:

Based at the Thornton-Cleveleys site, with regular travel to the Leyland site (up to two days per week; travel expenses reimbursed).

Working hours:

37.5hrs - Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm

Salary:

Up to £39,873.90

About the Role

As Learning & Development Advisor, you will lead the delivery of training and development across the business, with a strong emphasis on compliance, health & safety, and role-specific external training. You'll manage a small training administration team and ensure effective coordination and monitoring of training activities across both sites.

This is a hands-on role where you'll design and deliver impactful training programs, support career development, and foster a culture of continuous learning. Working closely with HR and operational teams, you'll ensure training initiatives align with business goals and contribute to a positive, inclusive workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate training delivery across the organisation.
• Manage training administration and ensure accurate tracking of training records.
• Design and implement learning programs tailored to operational and regulatory needs.
• Support career development and promote continuous learning.
• Collaborate with HR and department leads to align training with strategic objectives.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and industry-specific training requirements.
• Conduct training needs analysis and develop targeted learning solutions.
• Coach and support line managers to drive successful learning outcomes.

Essential Skills & Experience

• CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent experience in L&D or training.
• Background in manufacturing, logistics, or waste/environmental services.
• Proven leadership and team management capabilities.
• Strong understanding of operational and technical training requirements.
• Knowledge of health & safety training and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent coordination and organisational skills.
• Strong administrative and IT skills, including HR systems and Microsoft Office.
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels.

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of workforce development theory and best practices.
• Experience delivering a range of learning approaches, including digital solutions.
• Track record in designing and implementing engaging training programs.
• Experience in coaching and supporting managers.
• Expertise in training needs analysis and solution development.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £39,873.90
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising to 30 days after 5 years).
• Company pension scheme (matched up to 5%).
• Death in Service cover (4x salary).
• Free on-site parking.
• Company sick pay (up to 26 weeks, dependent on service).
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Mental health and wellbeing support.
• All required PPE and equipment provided.

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Fleetwood

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

01-09-2025

Profession type

Management

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English