Instructional Designer

Aramco

Saudi Arabia

Posted
Ref: PP000-18038

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Job description / Role

Job Type
Full Time

Job Location
Saudi Arabia

Nationality
Any Nationality

Salary
Not Specified

Gender
Not Specified

Arabic Fluency
Not Specified

Job Function
HR, Recruitment & Training

Company Industry
Oil & Gas

Aramco energizes the world economy.

Aramco occupies a unique position in the global energy industry. We are the world's largest producer of hydrocarbons (oil and gas), with the lowest upstream carbon intensity of any major producer.

With our significant investment in technology and infrastructure, we strive to maximize the value of the energy we produce for the world along with a commitment to enhance Aramcou2019s value to society.

Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and with offices around the world, we combine market discipline with a spanning view of the future, born of our nine decades experience as responsible stewards of the Kingdomu2019s vast hydrocarbon resources. This responsibility has driven us to deliver significant societal and economic benefits to not just the Kingdom, but also to a vast number of communities, economies, and countries that rely on the vital and reliable energy that we supply.

We are one of the most profitable companies in the world, as well as amongst the top five global companies by market capitalization.

Overview

We are seeking an Instructional Designer to join Gas Operation Human Resources Development Division.

The Gas Operation Human Resources Development Division is responsible for providing training programs aimed to continuously provide necessary expertise to manage the current gas facilities processes and operate and maintain the equipment safely and reliably, in addition to meeting the requirements of future expansion plans and the ability to use the latest technologies.

As an Instructional Designer, you will be responsible to transform complex technical knowledge into effective, standardized learning programs that directly support Upstream operations.

Key responsibilities

As a successful candidate you will be required to perform the following:

Identify and define business system needs to align with organizational training goals, ensuring that the training infrastructure supports operational objectives.

Perform in-depth evaluations of current business and training systems to identify inefficiencies, provide recommendations and implement improvements that optimize knowledge transfer and competency development.

Create clear, actionable specifications and documents outlining current training and knowledge management workflows and business processes.

Develop functional specifications for technology-based learning systems, ensuring they integrate seamlessly with existing operational systems.

Collaborate with stakeholders to identify gaps in training and operational performance, providing actionable insights into how learning systems can address these challenges.

Prepare and present business cases for new training initiatives and systems, ensuring alignment with broader business goals.

Facilitate requirements-gathering sessions with key stakeholders and SMEs, translating their input into clear training system requirements.

Design and document process models for training delivery and knowledge transfer, ensuring clarity and effectiveness in communication.

Implement and maintain quality assurance protocols for both systems and learning content, ensuring that learning outcomes meet business expectations.

Transform complex technical content into effective, engaging learning programs using proven instructional design methodologies (e.g., ADDIE, SAM).

Design and develop comprehensive, impactful training curricula and materials that are aligned with business analysis findings and operational needs.

Create assessment frameworks to evaluate both system effectiveness and learning outcomes, ensuring that training objectives are met.

Apply adult learning principles and best practices to enhance knowledge retention and promote skill development across different learning styles.

Work closely with SMEs to extract and standardize technical knowledge, ensuring that training materials are accurate, relevant, and aligned with business needs.

Develop a variety of digital learning solutions, including e-learning modules, videos and interactive content to meet diverse learning preferences.

Evaluate training effectiveness using feedback, data analysis and learning analytics to continuously improve the quality and impact of the programs.

Create standardized templates, frameworks and design structures to ensure consistency in the delivery and quality of learning experiences across the organization.

Bridge the critical gap between subject matter experts (SMEs) and the workforce learning needs, driving improved efficiency in training delivery.

Minimum requirements

As a successful candidate you will hold a:

Bacheloru2019s degree in Business and Management, Computer & Information Systems, Instructional Design or a related discipline from an accredited university. An advanced degree is a plus.

Minimum of 12 years of combined experience in Business Systems Analysis and Instructional Design/Training Development, including at least 9 years specializing in technical or industrial environments.

Proven track record of analyzing business needs and developing corresponding learning solutions that have led to tangible business improvements.

Expertise in both business process modeling (e.g., BPMN, UML) and instructional design methodologies (e.g., ADDIE, SAM).

Experience working in both agile and waterfall project environments, with the ability to adapt to changing project requirements.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into accessible learning solutions.

Experience with requirements management tools, learning management systems (LMS) and business analysis software.

Knowledge of process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) and their application in training and operational contexts.

Familiarity with data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) for both business intelligence and learning analytics.

Expertise in gap analyses, needs assessments and cost-benefit analyses to identify areas for improvement and measure the ROI of training initiatives.

Understanding of change management principles and experience implementing strategies to drive user adoption and engagement.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (English) for effective stakeholder management, SME collaboration, and team leadership.

Strong documentation, presentation, and instructional writing skills to produce high-quality system specifications and training materials.

Working environment

Our high-performing employees are drawn by the challenging and rewarding professional, technical and industrial opportunities we offer, and are remunerated accordingly.

At Aramco, our people work on truly world-scale projects, supported by investment in capital and technology that is second to none. And because, as a global energy company, we are faced with addressing some of the worldu2019s biggest technical, logistical and environmental challenges, we invest heavily in talent development.

We have a proud history of educating and training our workforce over many decades. Employees at all levels are encouraged to improve their sector-specific knowledge and competencies through our workforce development programs u2013 one of the largest in the world.

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