BAE Systems | Instructor

JOB PURPOSE

BAE Systems is the UK Government’s nominated Prime Contractor under the Government-to-Government arrangements that are in place to provide equipment, support and training to Saudi Arabia. We provide maintenance of Royal Saudi Air Force aircraft and train RSAF personnel safely in a training environment in how to use their aircraft, equipment and weapons.

BAE Systems Saudi Arabia is committed to supporting the Saudi Arabian National Agenda including Saudisation and the training and development of Saudi National capability through the growth of the Saudi National Partner Companies thereby reinforcing Industrialisation and Partnerships.

The Job Holder is responsible for:

Teaching training Courses. We currently have a vacancy for a Training Specialist instructor at the Field Training Centre, KAAB, Dhahran.

RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION

• Training Specialist instructor is to have the following qualifications and experience:
• Must be a graduate of a Service or Civilian Technical Training Institute.
• Must have successfully completed a formal Instructional Techniques Course.
• Must be a skill level 9 Training Specialist and Experienced in managing and supervising training programs.
• Evaluate all kind and elements of training programs (academic and OJT).
• Must be familiar with RSAF instructional system development and completion of ISD Course Writer.
• Completion of the mandatory training specialist course.
• Must have an understanding of RSAFMs 105-8, 105-31,105-28,105-29,105-30B, 105-32,105-01, and other Operational training manuals and directives.
• Must have proven, recent classroom experience as a Technical Instructor.
• Must be confident and able to communicate effectively to all levels of staff.
• Must be knowledgeable of the functions of management.
• Must be knowledgeable of interviewing and counselling techniques, training techniques and methods of instruction, learning process, and training evaluations automated training systems, products and training reporting procedures.
• Must be knowledgeable of training management, OJT policies and procedures related to military personnel policies, procedures and applicable training technology.
• Must have through knowledge of RSAF Instructions. Manuals, procedures and directives.
• An understanding of the SHE process.
• Computer literate, with a fully conversant working knowledge of Microsoft Office; especially Word and PowerPoint.

The job holder is to have specialist knowledge in the following areas:

• Maintaining the status of the training of the units OJT program.
• Developing and updating tests.
• Advising and assisting supervisors in developing and using master and individual (JPG's).

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

The job holder will be expected to:

Teach:

Teach in the relevant subject area according to the approved syllabus such as Course 30050 (Training Specialist), Course 40107 (introduction to RSAF Training Organization), RSAF Course 20003 (Management Principles) and 20275 (Leader Ship Concepts) and any other support Courses such as 20016 (RSAF Carrier development course 5 skill level), 20017( RSAF Carrier development course 7 skill level) and 20018 (OJT Trainer Training Techniques).

Assess:

• Conduct regular assessments to ensure students are progressing academically.
• Conduct phase-end examinations to ensure training objectives have been achieved.

Discipline:

• Adopt and promote independent learning and a military ethos in line with the training environment.
• Provide on-going evaluation of students discipline as part of their final assessment.
• Counsel and motivate students, where applicable, on relevant academic and discipline issues.

Record:

• Record students’ academic assessment results.
• Record students’ lesson attendance.
• Record any discipline issues with students.

Report:

• Provide regular reports concerning student’s academic progress, lesson attendance and discipline.
• Report any other relevant issues whenever required or deemed appropriate.

Develop:

• Regularly review the relevant subject area’s courseware.
• Recommend changes to the relevant course material.
• Review and recommend changes to assessment material in the relevant subject area.
• Developing courses related to training and management programmes.
• Apply RSAF procedures for configuration control of curriculum and courseware, including preparing documentation and supporting data for curriculum or courseware change requests.
• Integrate new training materials or equipment into the relevant course.
• Ensure all training equipment is properly maintained and stored.
• Contribute to preparation of timetables, scheduling and allocation of instructors.
• Determinate requirements, requisitions, controls and accounts for tests and instructional materials used to evaluate training.
• Ensures the availability of the Specialty Training Standards and other training materials.
• Monitors progress of, counsel’s trainees and identifies problem area.
• Determines causes and recommend corrective actions.
• Assists in evaluations of training for effectiveness in meeting established objectives, Methods of presentations, Instructor ability.
• Use of the available resources and reporting procedures.
• Advise commanders and personnel in charge for all training programs.
• Develops and manages training programs that assist personnel in achieving proficiency in their assigned specialties.
• Plans and schedules work assignments, workloads, maintenance procedures, developing knowledge, and abilities essential to advancement to higher skill level or positions.
• Prepares directives for administration and control of training programs.
• Make periodic staff assistance visits to determine status of training programs, provide advice and guidance to improve programs.
• Develops and implements organizational and functional charts to establish lines of authority and specific responsibilities.
• Coordinates with supply, operations and other maintenance activities to improve procedures and resolve problems.

Operate:

Operate training rigs and equipment related to his specialty.

Other Duties:

• Ensure compliance with SHE policy and processes and Duty of Care responsibilities
• Undertake all mandatory and developmental training as required by the Company
• Adhere to acceptable standards of behaviour, dress and performance as defined in Company policy.
• Provide feedback to management to improve service performance and responsiveness and identify opportunities.
• Perform additional tasks as requested by the customer that can be construed as a reasonable activity for a professional teacher / instructor

EXPATRIATE EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary, rent free accommodation and access to free recreation facilities, all available within Company secured accommodation. In addition, a generous leave and travel allowance makes this an opportunity not to be missed. On successfully securing a role your appointment to Saudi Arabia will initially be on single status. On commencement of employment in Saudi Arabia you will have the opportunity to apply to have your family join you in the future. A full health care scheme is provided within Saudi Arabia.

SAUDI NATIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous leave and travel allowance, a full health care scheme and access to subsidised recreational facilities.

BAE SYSTEMS

At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world’s most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions and employ a skilled workforce of some 82,500 people in over 40 countries. Working with customers and local partners, we develop, engineer, manufacture and support products and systems to deliver military capability, protect national security and people and keep critical information and infrastructure secure.

All appointments in Saudi Arabia are subject to receipt of all necessary Government and/or Customer approvals.