Training Specialist
Vestas
Designs, implements and manages training programs while leading a team to ensure employee performance and compliance.
20 days ago ago
$90,000 - $115,000
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Brighton, CO
Office Full-Time
Company Size
35,100 Employees
Service Specialisms
Wind turbine manufacturing
Installation services
Operations & Maintenance
Project development
Commissioning
Active Output Management
Technical training
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Wind
Industrial
Infrastructure
Utilities
Solar
Government
Water Resources
Role
What you would be doing
training planning
instructional design
program evaluation
compliance reporting
tech research
needs assessment
- Develop training plans aligned to business objectives.
- Develop training effectiveness program to monitor training program success.
- Oversee the research, selection, and management of outside consultants and trainers to conduct training in specific topics.
- Work to keep training programs interactive and designed based upon adult learning theory in order to engage trainees.
- Work different shifts to support training requirements as needed.
- Manage training department staff to include employee performance.
- Oversee the design of training programs and schedules based on knowledge of identified training needs, production processes, business systems, or changes in products, procedures or processes.
- Oversee and report on the annual compliance training programs.
- Evaluate training for evidence of the effectiveness of training per Company guidelines.
- Collaborate with regional and global training teams to deliver corporate training initiatives.
- Work directly with Managers and P&C on productive teams through progression development strategy.
- Maintain training records for attendance in compliance with Company standards.
- Manage the research of new training technologies to incorporate innovation techniques into programs.
- Interface with management and key business stakeholders to determine training needs.
- Utilize continuous improvement approach to evolve training programs for competitiveness.
- Coordinate on the job training with the new employee's supervisor/manager.
What you bring
microsoft office
sap
bachelor's
curriculum design
team management
adult education
- Ability to interact frequently with others in a professional, courteous manner.
- Ability to Manage a Team.
- Knowledge of techniques and philosophies of adult education.
- Proficient ability to respectfully challenge colleagues and consultants across demographics.
- Ability to effectively lead a cross-functional team.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and complete tasks/projects in accordance with stated deadlines.
- Advanced skills with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio and Outlook).
- 5 years of previous training or training coordinating experience in curriculum design, development and delivery.
- High level of written English. Ability to create training programs, instructions and training manuals at the appropriate level. Ability to effectively present information in large classes, one-on-one and small group situations to other employees, supervisors and managers in the organization.
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, education, adult learning, organizational development or equivalent discipline.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite computer skills (Windows, Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook and SAP).
- Effective presentation and communication skills are required.
- Creativity in developing engaging and effective training materials.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English both written and verbally to express oneself clearly.
- Ability to establish targets and translate them into actionable plans with the department.
- 1-3 years Leading or Supervising a team.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Ability to facilitate and deliver training material individually or in classroom settings.
- Data-driven to measure and ensure operational excellence.
- Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave.
- 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability coverage.
- Opportunities for career progression
- An established safety culture and inclusive, collaborative workplace.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
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Company
Overview
€17 B Revenue
Revenue
Reported in 2024, reflecting financial stability.
€494 M Net Income
Net Income
Achieved in 2024, marking a significant profit.
177 GW Capacity
Installed Capacity
Total wind energy infrastructure across multiple countries.
88 Countries
Global Presence
Shows extensive international reach in energy solutions.
- Evolved from steel tools to become a global wind turbine pioneer.
- Designs, manufactures, sells, installs and maintains wind farms across onshore and offshore projects.
- Manufacturing spans dozens of countries, with flagship facilities in Europe, Asia, and the U.S.
- Known for landmark projects like Europe’s oldest offshore wind farm and turbine prototypes.
- Specialises in wind energy infrastructure, from regional turbines to service hub networks.
- Innovative developments include stealth blades, hybrid quadrotor tests, and tall turbine towers.
- Simplicity
- Collaboration
- Accountability
- Passion
- Never compromise on safety
- Follow our Code of Conduct
- Take an outside‑in customer perspective
- Adjust quickly and simplify how we work
- Drive continuous improvement with long‑term focus
- Make goals and objectives clear and give teams freedom to execute
- Win and lose together; pick best team for the job
- Act with integrity & respect; lead by example
- Proactively share information; communicate with clarity, conviction, impact
- Value different perspectives; build high‑performing teams
- Listen first, learn, foster feedback culture
- Acknowledge responsibilities and decisions; hold each other accountable
- Understand what’s best for all of Vestas
- Have the courage to speak up
- Keep commitments—view them as promises
- Be proud of shared purpose to make the planet better
- Seek to make work and impact as sustainable as possible
- Have courage to think differently and seek understanding
- Inspire colleagues and enable smart decisions
- Show perseverance and determination even when facing adversity
88% corporate cars now EVs
Sustainable transportation transition
88% of corporate benefit cars have been transitioned to electric vehicles or plug-in hybrids, with 465 sustainably-fuelled service vehicles added in 2023.
239M tonnes GHG prevented annually
Emission reduction impact
Installed turbines prevent 239 million tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions per year, with turbines emitting only 2% of the emissions they avoid over their lifecycle.
55% carbon reduction by 2025
Carbon footprint reduction target
A 55% reduction in combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon footprint by 2025, aligning with SBTi validated targets.
66% emissions reduction in steel
Sustainable steel production
Partnership with ArcelorMittal reduces tower steel emissions by up to 66% using low-emission steel produced with scrap steel in electric-arc furnaces powered by wind.
- Carbon neutrality in own operations by 2030 without carbon offsets
- Zero-waste wind turbines by 2040 (eliminate non-recyclable waste)
- 100% renewable electricity for factories and offices since 2013
- Factories use renewable heating; service fleet transitioning to eco-friendly options including hydrogen vessel from 2025
- All future joint offshore projects will use ≥25% low-carbon steel towers and recycled-material blades
- Scope 1 and 2 SBTi-validated targets set in August 2020; own operations carbon footprint reduced 55% by 2025 target, 100% by 2030
- SBTi-aligned supply-chain decarbonisation of 45% per MWh by 2030
- Committed to embedding sustainability in governance and all business activities
88+ Nationalities
Global Workforce Representation
Reflects the diversity of the company's employees in 2024.
41% Employees Covered
Union or Collective Bargaining
Percentage of employees covered by union agreements in applicable regions during 2024.
19% Female Leadership
Women in Senior Positions
Current representation of women in leadership roles.
25% Leadership by 2025
Gender Targets: 30% by 2030
Ambitious goals to increase female representation in leadership over the next decade.
- DEIB mission: guarantee equal opportunities and fair treatment regardless of background
- Actions launched: external pay-structure audit (gender, nationality, age); recruitment process review; embedding DEI in talent and leadership programmes
- Belief: diversity brings strength and innovation (“Diversity is our wind, and inclusion, our turbine…”)
- First DEI goals formalised in sustainability strategy in 2020
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