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.

Location: Cameron Louisiana

Position Summary:

The Training Manager is responsible for managing the training and competency development programs at the LNG facility. This position oversees a team of technical and non-technical trainers, assessors, and a training coordinator to ensure the effective delivery of training and competency assurance activities. Reporting directly to the Director of Training & Competency Assurance, the Training Manager plays a key role in maintaining workforce readiness, compliance, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

•Program Management:
• Develop, implement, and oversee site-specific training programs to support technical and non-technical staff development.
• Ensure training programs align with company goals, operational requirements, and industry best practices.
• Coordinate with the Director to maintain consistency across training programs at multiple facilities.
•Team Leadership:
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of trainers, assessors, and the training coordinator.
• Assign responsibilities and ensure the effective delivery of training sessions and competency assessments.
• Provide professional development opportunities for the training team.
•Competency Assurance:
• Oversee the design and delivery of competency assessments to ensure employees meet the required standards for their roles.
• Collaborate with assessors to identify skill gaps and recommend training interventions.
• Maintain records of employee competencies and certifications in the Learning Management System (LMS).
•Training Delivery:
• Supervise the delivery of training programs, including classroom, on-the-job, and simulation-based training.
• Ensure technical trainers address key operational, maintenance, and safety requirements.
• Oversee non-technical training, including HSSE and regulatory compliance training.
•Stakeholder Collaboration:
• Partner with facility leadership, operations, maintenance, and safety teams to identify training needs.
• Serve as a liaison between the training department and other functional groups to ensure alignment of objectives.
•Administrative Oversight:
• Work with the training coordinator to manage training schedules, logistics, and documentation.
• Ensure accurate tracking of training participation, completion, and certification renewals.
• Generate and present training metrics and reports to the Director of Training & Competency Assurance.
•Compliance & Standards:
• Ensure training programs meet all regulatory and company-specific compliance requirements.
• Stay up-to-date with industry standards and recommend improvements to training practices.

Qualifications:

•Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Training & Development, Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered.
•Experience:
• 5+ years of experience in training and development, preferably in the LNG, oil & gas, or energy industry.
• Experience managing a team of trainers and overseeing large-scale training programs.
• Strong knowledge of competency assurance and technical training.
•Skills:
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Proficiency in using Learning Management Systems (LMS) and training technologies.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with adult learning principles and instructional design.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with OSHA, DOT, or FERC compliance training.
• Familiarity with LNG operations, including process safety and emergency response.
• Certification in Training and Development (e.g., CPLP, CPTD) is a plus.

Work Environment:

• Based on-site at the LNG facility with exposure to industrial environments (PPE required).
• Occasional travel to other facilities or corporate offices may be required.

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.