We are hiring a Learning & Organisational Development Specialist to join our clients manufacturing facility in County Mayo, supporting local and European operations. This role is ideal for an experienced L&D professional with manufacturing experience who is passionate about capability building, leadership development, and organisational effectiveness.This position plays a key role in designing, delivering, and measuring high-impact learning programmes that support manufacturing performance, compliance, employee engagement, and leadership capability.Key ResponsibilitiesAssess learning and organisational development needs across manufacturing, technical, engineering, quality, and support teamsDesign and deliver Learning & Development strategies aligned with business, operational, and European regional goalsDevelop and facilitate in-person and virtual training programmes for employees across EuropeDeliver manufacturing-focused training, including technical skills, compliance, SOP, and soft skills developmentCreate, manage, and maintain online learning content and courses within the LMSEnsure training materials are engaging, accessible, and aligned with adult learning principlesMeasure and evaluate training effectiveness using Kirkpatrick's Model or similar frameworksLead leadership development programmes for supervisors, managers, and senior leadersCoach high-potential employees and people leaders on performance management, team leadership, and career developmentSupport organisational change initiatives by developing training solutions that drive adoption and engagementContribute to compliance training and training documentation in line with manufacturing and regulatory requirementsSupport knowledge management by documenting and standardising processes and transferring tribal knowledgeCollaborate cross-functionally with HR, Operations, Quality, and EHS teamsRepresent Learning & Development on European and global projectsEssential Skills, Experience & Qualifications3+ years' experience in Learning & Development, Organisational Development, or TrainingProven experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or regulated environmentStrong facilitation skills with experience delivering engaging, results-driven trainingExperience designing and managing LMS-based learning solutionsStrong understanding of adult learning theory, blended learning, and digital learning toolsDemonstrated coaching experience with supervisors, managers, and senior leadersExcellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skillsAbility to diagnose learning needs and design practical, effective solutionsStrong project management and organisational skillsHigh level of discretion and confidentialityProficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint)Desirable ExperienceExperience in medical device, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food, or life sciences manufacturingCIPD, L&D, Coaching, or Organisational Development certificationExperience supporting European or global learning programmesKnowledge of regulated training environments (GMP, ISO, compliance)