Training and development adviser

Typical tasks

• Plan and run workplace training
• Develop training materials for staff
• Train employees to improve skills
• Check if training works well
• Arrange training sessions and events
• Review staff learning needs
• Stay up to date on training methods
• Assess workplace policies and practices
• Manage training budgets and costs
• Arrange contracts with training providers

Outlook

New Zealand organisations are investing in learning to respond to changing technology, new ways of working and skills shortages. Training is increasingly delivered through online platforms, short courses and workplace-based learning, alongside face-to-face support. AI is also changing how learning materials are created and personalised, while making human guidance and quality learning design important.

What employers and industry want in graduates

• Understand how people learn and develop
• Listen well and identify learning needs
• Design clear, engaging learning activities
• Communicate confidently with different groups
• Use digital learning platforms and content tools
• Evaluate whether training is improving performance