Project Manager, Customer Trainings

Join an industry leader and make a positive change in the sustainable use of the world’s natural resources. Together, we will transform the business and drive the industry toward a greener future.

At Metso, you will be supported by our inclusive culture and a network of colleagues from around the world. With us, you will embark on a personal growth journey and are encouraged to realize your potential. This is your invitation to rise above the possible.

Job posting end date: 12/01/2025

Introduction:

We are seeking a Project Manager, Training Services to join our Metso Training Academy team. You will be responsible for overseeing the processes, implementation, and execution of training programs that support operational excellence, safety compliance, and workforce development. This role ensures that training programs sold by Metso Academy align with mining regulations, site-specific needs, and strategic business goals with the management of the projects for each customer case. In this position, you will report to the Director, Commercial & Sales Enablement.

This position can be located anywhere within the United States, and can include up to 25% travel.

What you’ll do:

• Lead training projects across multiple mine sites, managing timelines, budgets, and risks.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (LDD, Delivery, Commercial) to align training with business goals.
• Engage stakeholders including site managers, unions, and regulators to ensure training compliance.
• Facilitate communication between corporate training and field operations.
• Build partnerships with vocational institutions and external training vendors.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., ISO, MSHA, OSHA) and maintain accurate records.
• Monitor training quality through audits, assessments, and feedback.
• Identify skills gaps and support succession planning through strategic training initiatives.
• Incorporate mining tech trends (e.g., automation, digital tools) into training strategies.
• Develop training programs with SMEs, using simulations, e-learning, and hands-on methods.

Who you are:

• Bachelor’s degree or work experience equivalent in Learning & Development, Engineering, Education, Business, or related field.
• Advanced certifications in Project Management (e.g., PMP) or Training & Development (e.g., ATD, Cert IV TAE) preferred.
• 5+ years in training project management within the mining or heavy industry sector.
• Experience with underground and surface mining operations a plus
• Strong project management and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in LMS platforms, training analytics, and digital learning tools.
• Knowledge of SCORM (Sharable Content Object Reference Model) standards is a plus.
• Ability to work in remote and high-risk environments.
• Strategic thinking with a focus on operational impact and workforce development.

What's in it for you:

• An inspiring purpose - Enabling sustainable modern life. Minerals and metals are the backbone of essential functions in the modern world. However, there's a pressing need for more sustainable solutions to collect and process them. At Metso, you get to be part of transforming the industry and making a positive change.
• Wellbeing and safety - Benefit from occupational healthcare, generous benefits plan, healthy living rewards, mental well-being services, and engagement surveys.
• Compensation and rewards - Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets.
• Hybrid working possibilities - While we are big advocates of meeting and collaborating in person, we believe in fostering a flexible work environment.
• A thriving culture - We are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.
• Extensive learning opportunities - Ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.
• Worldwide support - Leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.

Get in touch:

Want to rise above the possible with us? Click ‘Apply now’ to leave your application.

For additional information, please contact Ashley Koepke, Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist at ashley.koepke@metso.com.

We understand that some highly capable candidates might hesitate to apply for a role unless they meet every listed qualification. If you're excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the requirements. You may be the right candidate for the role.

How to join - Working at Metso - About Metso - Diversity and Inclusion - Meet our people

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.  
 
Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2024 Metso had close to 17,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2024 were about EUR 4.9 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. 

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