Kepak is one of Europe’s leading food companies with manufacturing sites across Ireland and the UK. Kepak’s vision is to be a successful, sustainable, future ready Food Business with differentiation at its core, that is a great place to work. This vision is underpinned by our values of Responsibility, Ambition, Passion For Food & Teamwork.
Kepak is one of the UK & Ireland leading food processing companies operating 14 manufacturing sites across the UK & Ireland with a core focus on meat and protein-based products, our turnover is approximately €2 billion annually. Our company is dedicated to delivering high-quality food products, we approx. 4,500 people supporting our mission to innovate and excel in the food industry, providing exceptional service and value to our stakeholders.
As Group Training Manager you will shape how those in our operational roles learn, develop, and perform.
In this newly created role, we’re looking for a Group Training Manager to define and lead a high-impact, group-wide training strategy across our operational sites throughout the UK and Ireland. This is a key role focused on creating consistent, high-quality training that goes beyond compliance — driving real capability, behavioral change, and performance.
Location: Kepak operate a hybrid working model (minimum 3 days on site). This role can be based at either our Kirkham or Merthyr sites but will require regular travel to our sites throughout the UK and Ireland.
What you’ll do
- Set the standard: Build and own a best-in-class training framework covering compliance, SOPs, and operational capability
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Drive real learning: Shift training from to measurable competence, embedding observation, verification and manager accountability
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Lead training systems: Own and optimise our LMS — from governance and learning pathways to reporting and audit readiness
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Raise the bar on content: Define clear, simple, effective SOP and training standards across the group
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Influence at all levels: Partner with senior leaders across operations, quality, H&S, and HR to align training with business priorities
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Develop trainers: Coach and upskill site-based training teams to deliver engaging, effective learning
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Optimise external training: Standardise suppliers, reduce duplication, and maximise value
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Continuously improve: Use data, audits, and insight to refine and evolve training across the business
What success looks like
- Consistent training standards across all sites
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Improved competency and reduced errors or incidents
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High-quality, simplified SOPs that support safe, efficient operations
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Strong, capable site training teams delivering impactful learning
Requirements
What you’ll bring
- Experience in training within a regulated environment (manufacturing/FMCG/food essential)
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Proven ability to design and implement training frameworks, not just delivering training
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Strong knowledge of compliance, SOPs, and audit readiness
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Experience managing or governing an LMS
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Excellent coaching, influencing, and stakeholder management skills
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A passion for turning training into real performance outcomes
Benefits
What can we offer you?
- Company Pension
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Further Education support
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Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
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Subsidised Canteen
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Leadership Development Programs
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Mentoring Program
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Long Service Awards - We recognise, acknowledge and award the dedication and valuable contribution of long serving employees.
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GroceryAid Employee Assistance Program - help with a wide range of topics including mental health and wellbeing support, family and relationship advice, debt management, back to work support, and counselling for all Kepak colleagues and their families.
- Cycle to Work Scheme - You can buy a bike and safety equipment through a salary sacrifice scheme which reduces your taxable income – meaning you pay less tax!
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Octopus Electric Car Vehicle Scheme - another salary sacrifice scheme, making driving an electric car much more accessible, with lower monthly costs than you might expect and plenty of support built in, including insurance, service and breakdown cover.
Kepak is an equal opportunities employer
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