Job Openings Learning and Development Specialist

About the job Learning and Development Specialist

Fyfe is a multi-disciplinary consultancy providing comprehensive engineering, environmental, planning and surveying services throughout Australia. With over 800 employees, Fyfe delivers projects with a wide range of clients in the Property & Infrastructure, Energy & Resources, Defence and Renewables sectors to provide high quality, commercially pragmatic solutions with a strong focus on client service and delivery.

Are you passionate about developing others and love seeing people thrive? We're seeking an experienced Learning & Development Specialist to lead the design and delivery of practical, high-impact learning programs implementing and continuously improving Fyfe's learning and development framework, ensuring that training and development plans are aligned with strategic business objectives. You will combine administration, Human Resources, and instructional design to drive a culture of learning and performance improvement across the organisation.

Key priorities include leadership development, onboarding uplift and capability framework alignment.

Key responsibilities

  • Deploy annual Employee Engagement Survey and facilitate employee and leader workshops to progress agreed engagement initiatives
  • Working with the HRBPs to ensure annual talent and succession workshops are facilitated across the group and plans are in place to address current and future capability requirements
  • Partner with leaders and technical specialists to identify learning and development needs, ensuring all employees across the group have individual development plans in place
  • Develop and deliver a cohesive L&D strategy and annual learning plan aligned to organisational priorities
  • Design and facilitate blended learning solutions, including workshops, eLearning, coaching, and peer learning
  • Establish and support leadership development and coaching initiatives
  • Maintain and enhance onboarding and early-career development programs
  • Promote a strong learning culture through annual lunch and learn program of work that supports organisational change and continuous improvement


About you

  • 5+ years' experience in a learning and development role, ideally within professional services environment (exposure working within Engineering Consultancies highly desirable)
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver L&D initiatives end-to-end with minimal supervision
  • Confident facilitator with strong instructional design capability across virtual and face-to-face settings
  • Able to build credibility with senior stakeholders and subject matter experts
  • Relevant tertiary qualification in HR, Organisational Development, Adult Education, Psychology, or a related discipline
  • Practical, curious, and delivery-oriented, with an appreciation for governance and risk

Culture

Fyfe values our clients and our people and has a culture built on respect, integrity and the delivery of value. This is achieved through a combination of flexible and contemporary working conditions supported by an inclusive management style which sees all levels of management being accessible through an open-door policy applicable to everyone. Fyfe have also engaged various corporate entities to offer benefits to staff, have a social club and encourage an innovative and pro-active approach to projects. With 15 offices nationally, staff are encouraged to tap into the wealth of knowledge that we have, welcoming information sharing and troubleshooting among colleagues.

Benefits

This is an excellent opportunity to work with an experienced and diverse Service Locating & Surveying team on exciting projects. In addition to being exposed to projects varying in complexity, size and clients, we also offer:

  • Employee Referral Program: Earn $5,000 through our referral program.
  • Diverse Role: Engage in a variety of responsibilities and projects.
  • Inclusive Culture: Join a social, collaborative, and inclusive team with regular social and networking events.
  • Professional Development: Receive competitive pay and financial support for your professional growth.
  • Exclusive Discounts: Benefit from discounts at over 500 retailers (banking, accommodation, cars, retail, and more).
  • Salary Sacrificing Options: Take advantage of salary sacrificing for motor vehicles, portable devices, and e-bikes.
  • Additional Leave: Access an extra 6-weeks paid purchased leave

How to apply

If you believe you meet the above criteria and would like to join our team, click on the APPLY FOR THIS JOB button to submit your application.

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