Global Junior Technical Training Specialist

Company Description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

At SGS, we have an open corporate and international culture. We offer a dynamic work environment in a leading global company. Our high professional standards and our sustainability approach guarantee you a future-oriented work environment. We invest in our employees for the long term and are committed to supporting your development within the company. Our business principles include: Integrity, Health, Safety & Environment, Quality & Professionalism, Respect, Sustainability, and Leadership.

Job Description

Main Purpose of Role

• The Junior Technical Training Specialist –is a crucial role, responsible for, development and delivery of technical training programs for Medical device segment employees.
• This role is ensuring that Medical device segment employees are supported in acquiring the necessary skills and knowledge for effective conformity assessments in the ever-evolving landscape of medical device regulations.

Key Accountabilities

• Training Course Preparation: Support the Training team in the preparation and maintenance of core training courses related to medical devices, & MDR/IVDR/ISO13485/MDSAP. This includes conversion of raw training material into e-learning modules,  leveraging your own technical knowledge and collaborating with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to ensure all content is highly effective and meets defined learning outcomes.
• Routine administration support to competence and training team including but not limited to  training  certificates management, enrolments, training records upload into CAPCAP and collaboration with CV reviewers.
• Peer Reviews and Assessments: Assist the Training team in conducting peer reviews and marking assessments for trainee exercises, such as Technical File mirror review, to ensure understanding of the conformity assessment process.
• Training Scheduling: Support the Training team in scheduling training sessions (including CPD,  webinars, workshops, Team Calibration and peer-review activities) and tracking the progression and qualification status of new trainees.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Proactively maintain current and in-depth knowledge of relevant medical device regulations, including the EU MDR/IVDR/ISO13485/MDSAP, to ensure all training materials and delivery methods are compliant.

Skills & Knowledge

• Fluent in English
• Teaching & Mentoring Skills: Ability to effectively impart knowledge and support the learning process.
• E-learning and F2F Training: Proficiency in both online and face-to-face training methodologies.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills to convey complex information clearly.
• Internal Client Focus: Prioritising the needs and expectations of internal stakeholders.
• Project Management & Teamwork: Ability to manage projects and collaborate within a team environment.
• Building Relationships: Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders

Experience

Essential

• Experience in the field of medical devices gained in the IVD/MD industry.
• Proven experience in progressively training technical skills, preferably within multinational organizations both in online and face to face methodologies.

Desirable

• Setting priorities and working with minimum supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor level education, preferably in engineering, science, or research-based subjects or modules.

Please send your CV in English

Please note that we are only open to candidates that hold a valid work permit in their country of residence.

Additional Information

Why SGS?

• Global and very stable company, world leader in the TIC (Testing, Inspection and Certification) industry.
• Flexible schedule and hybrid/remote model.
• SGS university and Campus for continuos learning options.
• Multinational environment where you will work with colleagues from multiple continents.
• Benefits platform.

Join Us: At SGS we believe in innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.  We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment that encourages professional growth and personal development.