Senior Training Manager

Transdev • Phoenix, AZ

5d • $110,000 - $140,000

About The Position

The Senior Training Manager leads the design and execution of training strategies for autonomous vehicle operations across the United States. This role owns the end-to-end training pipeline—from onboarding through proficiency—ensuring operators are fully prepared for seamless handoff into live operations. Overseeing Training Managers and Content Developers, the Senior Training Manager will shape the workforce of the future, building programs that prepare teams to safely and effectively support cutting-edge autonomous mobility technologies. As a strategic partner to leadership and operations, this role drives workforce readiness, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement while scaling training nationwide in a rapidly evolving industry.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Transportation, Organizational Development, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 12–15+ years of progressive experience in training management, with at least 5+ years leading managers and cross-functional teams.
• Proven success in overseeing both training delivery teams and content development functions.
• Strong background in compliance and regulatory training (DOT, CDL, FMCSA, OSHA).
• Experience advising senior leadership and managing relationships with external clients and vendors.
• Demonstrated ability to use data to drive decisions and measure training impact.
• Proven ability to design and manage structured training pipelines from onboarding through proficiency.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional design, and curriculum development.
• Deep understanding of training compliance requirements (DOT, CDL, FMCSA, OSHA) and industry best practices.
• Demonstrated success in leading managers and training content teams.
• Expertise in project management and timeline ownership, ensuring programs are delivered on time and with measurable impact.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to track trainee performance, identify skill gaps, and adjust training strategies.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to align operations, leadership, and training functions.
• Proficiency in Google Suite and/or Microsoft Office; comfortable with digital learning tools and data systems.
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced, evolving environment with flexibility to travel as needed.
• Must submit to a drug test and background check

Nice To Haves

• Certifications in Training & Development, Instructional Design, or Safety Management are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Training Strategy & Leadership: Define and execute the organizational training vision, ensuring alignment with business priorities, safety standards, and operational readiness.
• Team Management: Lead and develop Training Managers and Content Developers, setting clear goals and ensuring accountability for program quality, timelines, and trainee outcomes.
• Onboarding & Proficiency Ownership: Design and manage the end-to-end onboarding process, ensuring new hires are fully prepared, trained to proficiency, and ready for seamless transition into operations.
• Training Timelines & Delivery: Own training schedules across all programs, balancing business needs, trainer capacity, and trainee readiness. Ensure timely delivery of initial and recurrent training while maintaining high quality standards.
• Curriculum & Content Oversight: Direct the creation and continuous improvement of training content, ensuring it is accurate, engaging, and tailored for diverse learning styles.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all programs meet DOT, CDL, FMCSA, OSHA, and client requirements. Audit training records, oversee remediation training, and ensure documentation integrity.
• Operational Partnership: Collaborate with Operations leadership to forecast staffing needs, align training capacity, and validate that trainees are fully competent before handoff.
• Performance Analytics: Monitor trainee performance and proficiency metrics, analyzing trends to improve program design and delivery. Provide actionable insights to leadership.
• Continuous Improvement: Anticipate business and industry changes (e.g., fleet, mission, regulatory updates) and adapt training strategies accordingly.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the key advisor to senior leadership and client partners on workforce readiness, training outcomes, and future needs.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package of minimum $110,000– maximum $140,000
• Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
• Sick days: 5 days
• Holidays: 6 days
• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees