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Operations Training Manager


Company : International Airlines Group (IAG)


Location : london, south east england


Created : 2025-12-19


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Click here to applyLooking for a challenge in one of the world’s largest airfreight logistics organisations?At IAG Cargo we are in the business of moving things. From antibiotics to rhinoceros, gold bullion to avocados and everything in between. Whatever people need, wherever they are. In an era of digital screens and closed borders, we open the skies and fly the world to bring people the things they really need.We are the logistics and cargo brand of International Airlines Group (Aer Lingus, British Airways, Iberia, Level and Vueling). At IAG Cargo, we believe in keeping the world’s economies turning, and do everything with determined attitudes, curious minds, collaborative actions and heartfelt pride. Join us at our globally recognised logistics business, where we are building a great place to work for customers and colleagues alike.About The RoleAn integral part of our London Operations Team proudly supporting our Operations Leadership Team in their objective to ensure that new and existing colleagues are appropriately trained to fulfil their role and developed to their full potential.We are looking for an experienced Operations Training Manger to manage the delivery of operational training through the Operations skills training team. Ensuring that all training is planned and delivered with quality at the forefront and a positive experience for all colleague.This role will act as the conduit between Operations and IAG Cargo Learning and Development teams to drive the quality and consistency of training across our London Operation whilst delivering meaningful metrics to drive change.What You’ll DoResponsible for the effective and efficient management of operational training including new starter training, recency training and refresher training across all of the London Operation at IAG CargoLine management of circa 30 Operations Trainers ensuring consistent standards of delivery of trainingAccountable for tracking, reporting, and monitoring all aspects of trainingResponsible for quality of training, compliance and adherence to training plan timelinesKey interface between IAG Cargo Learning and Development, Manpower Planning and Operations management, balancing operational needs with timely delivery of trainingOwn training footprintsIdentify trends and implement changes to training practices quickly and efficiently to benefit the quality of training delivered at IAG CargoManage the Operations Trainers performance, ensuring that all training that is delivered is of a required standard and compliantLiaise closely with all Operational areas to continuously improve and evolve training needsEnsure that training is planned and provided in-line with business changeEvidence external best practice being introduced into the London Operations training deliveryIt's All About YouWhat you’ll bring to IAG Cargo:Strong people leader with ability to motivate cross functional teamsProven people management experience with an ability to inspire to drive changeExcellent communication skills both written and verbalStrong analytical and reporting skillsAble to create “one team” approach across disparate members of project teams by sharing best practice and common programme/department goalsExcellent influencing skillsAbility to translate a strategic approach to a set of project deliverablesProven ability to work under pressure and manage complex and often unique issues creating relevant clarity in areas of ambiguity to force decisionsDemonstrates resilienceAbility to make constructive challengeEssential ExperienceExperience of working within a fast-moving, industrialised operational environmentProven ability to drive the delivery of quality training in a cost-effective way.Relevant experience in manging a team including working with Trade Union representativesDesirable ExperienceAirline Operations experienceCargo experienceTraining experienceWe’ll treat you rightWherever you work within IAG Cargo, you’ll play a part in helping us deliver what the world needs and join a diverse and inclusive business that’s making a difference.As well as a competitive salary, bonus, we offer a range of benefits to support our colleagues, which include:From the day you join us, you’ll get access to brilliant staff travel benefits including unlimited basic and premium standby tickets on British Airways and group airlines. You’ll also receive up to 30 discounted ‘Hotline’ airfares per year for yourself, friends, and family.Flexible bank holiday policy- Individuals not on shift have the flexibility to swap the statutory public holidays, with the days you choose to take off instead.All our colleagues get access to LinkedIn learning and Rosetta Stone Language coursesFor health and wellbeing we offer a free onsite gym facility as well as access to the UNMIND app and a community of Mental Health First AidersAccess to discounts on Apple, Cinema tickets and loads of other goodies through Perks at workEquity, Diversity and InclusionOur recruitment procedures positively support our equity, diversity, and inclusion agenda.All candidates are considered strictly on their merits in relation to the criteria for the role, treated fairly and consistently and have their individual needs responded to throughout the process.Click here to apply