Training & Development Specialist 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

Location: Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

Job ID: R0138629

Date Posted: 2026-09-04

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY LTD

Profession (Job Category): Human Resources

Job Schedule:  Full time

Remote: No

Job Description:

inThe opportunity

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Training & Development Specialist for the Bushing Factory of our Business Unit Transformers to join our team in Zürich-Altstetten shaping the future of energy through world-class learning and development. In this role you will support the line managers regarding skills management, identify training needs and develop local training plans, support the coordination of onboarding activities for new employees and be the local power user of the company’s learning management system. Main focus will be our blue collar population followed by our white collar workers.

How you will make an impact

Maintain and update local skill sets in line with the given framework

Identify training needs and develop local training plans aligned with company guidelines

Integrate global and regional training initiatives into local curricula

Maintain training records and documentation

Conduct specified trainings, evaluate training effectiveness, as well as prepare and support internal trainers in delivering on-the-job training

Ensure that training delivery aligns with defined standards

Coordinate onboarding for new employees in collaboration with HR and managers

Ensure completion of onboarding and required training within defined timelines

Act as local power user of the learning management system, assign system access, manage user permissions, maintain training records as well as drive continuous process improvements within your area of responsibility

Your background

University Degree in HR, Pedagogy, Psychology or Engineering

Interest in manufacturing processes in a hands-on factory environment

Minimum 2-3 years of experience in training, skills/competency management or Learning & Development

Experience in delivering training or workshops preferably in a manufacturing environment

Experienced in working with LMS or skills management systems

Well structured, self-driven personality with strong communication skills, who can effectively cooperate with operators, supervisors, managers and cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment

Fluent German and English

More about us

Our flexible working methods help you optimize your personal and professional performance, creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

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Background Screening and Security Checks

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