Training and Development Manager – Hiring Now

Trumbull, Connecticut
Avangrid

Avangrid is seeking a Lead Advisor, Gas Trainer to join their team in their Trumbull, CT location.

The Lead Advisor, Gas Trainer is r esponsible for administration and delivery of programs directly related to all areas of the Gas line of business. In conjunction with the business and technical training, determines training and orientation needs for new employees conducting work on AVANGRID gas facilities. Develops and conducts additional advanced training for incumbent operations staff. Monitors and advises affected departments on individual and company status of critical information pertaining the training and qualification of employees. Review applicable contractor OQ and training programs for compliance with company standards and Written Plan.

MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Identifies, develops, implements and conducts advanced technical training for applicable incumbents that will address the future needs of the corporation.
2. Provide feedback to Technical Training/Gas Operations with suggested enhancements or modifications to the Operator Qualification Compliance Program, Written Plan, or Gas Training Materials. Working knowledge of Avangrid Operation and Maintenance Procedures, and Construction Standards. Represent AGR interests on applicable NGA Committees.
3. Provides consultation and support to applicable department/employees by analyzing training needs and developing programs and reports that will assist with strategic decision making.
4. Perform quality assurance spot reviews of Gas Operations Skills based recertification testing. Communicate class training and testing results to Gas Operation Management.
5. Perform Skills based recertification training for Gas Operation employees. Assist HR/Gas Training with course delivery and development to ensure integration of OQ elements within all related gas training.
6. Drive innovation of training as it relates to Gas technical training materials and technologies.
7. Safely and proficiently work in a team setting maintaining an emphasis on learner engagement and the establishment/maintenance of maintaining a qualified workforce.

Skills and Requirements
Education & Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of three years relevant experience preferred. Associates Degree with a minimum of five years relevant experience or High School/GED with the completion of the relevant progression program and 10 years relevant experience required.
• Extensive knowledge of Gas Operations O&M and Standards, Operator Qualifications, and other related industry regulations
• Knowledge of industrial, technical, program development and administration, engineering and/or construction principles and techniques, statistics, computer programming and work management.
• Experience working in a formal management system, including following and improving standard operating procedures.
  Skills/Abilities:
• Results & proactive orientation.

About the Company

AVANGRID, Inc. (NYSE: AGR) aspires to be the leading sustainable energy company in the United States. Headquartered in Orange, CT with approximately $39 billion in assets and operations in 24 U.S. states, AVANGRID has two primary lines of business: Avangrid Networks and Avangrid Renewables. Avangrid Networks owns eight electric and natural gas utilities, serving more than 3.3 million customers in New York and New England. Avangrid Renewables owns and operates a portfolio of renewable energy generation facilities across the United States. AVANGRID employs approximately 7,000 people and has been recognized by Forbes and Just Capital as one of the 2021 JUST 100 companies – a list of America’s best corporate citizens – and was ranked number one within the utility sector for its commitment to the environment and the communities it serves. The company supports the U.N.’s Sustainable Development Goals and was named among the World’s Most Ethical Companies in 2021 for the third consecutive year by the Ethisphere Institute. For more information, visit

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