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 Duration 7 hours

Course Outline

Course Overview and Learning Goals

  • Welcome, outline of course objectives, and agenda review.
  • Connecting leadership principles to company mission and strategic targets.
  • Setting participant expectations and conducting initial self-assessments.

Core Principles of Situational Leadership

  • Overview of leadership styles most relevant to field teams.
  • Assessing team competence and commitment levels accurately.
  • Choosing the most effective leadership approach for specific tasks.

Effective Communication on the Job Site

  • Techniques for delivering clear, concise briefings and instructions.
  • Practising active listening and confirming understanding.
  • Conveying technical and safety-critical information effectively under pressure.

Assertive Decision-Making and Problem Solving

  • Applying structured decision-making frameworks to field-based challenges.
  • Utilising rapid root-cause analysis to implement corrective actions.
  • Striking a balance between speed, safety, and quality in decision processes.

Motivation, Recognition, and Constructive Feedback

  • Identifying practical motivators for technical tradespeople.
  • Providing immediate, constructive feedback and recognition on the spot.
  • Developing short-term incentives and non-monetary reward systems.

Performance Management and Productivity Practices

  • Establishing clear expectations and measurable performance goals.
  • Monitoring progress through KPIs and quick performance checks.
  • Coaching for skill enhancement and fostering accountability.

Planning, Resource Coordination, and Time Management

  • Prioritising tasks and effectively managing daily schedules.
  • Coordinating materials, tools, and subcontractor activities.
  • Developing contingency plans for potential delays and site disruptions.

Health, Safety Leadership, and Compliance

  • The role of leaders in fostering safety-first behaviours.
  • Conducting effective safety briefings and job hazard analyses.
  • Managing incidents, reporting procedures, and learning from near misses.

Conflict Resolution, Team Cohesion, and Inclusive Practices

  • Navigating interpersonal conflicts and difficult conversations.
  • Fostering collaboration across multi-skilled teams.
  • Promoting inclusive behaviours and respectful communication styles.

Practical Workshop: Scenario-Based Roleplays

  • Facilitated role-playing exercises reflecting common site challenges.
  • Receiving peer and trainer feedback using established coaching frameworks.
  • Refining leadership approaches and drafting individual action plans.

Implementation Planning and Measurement

  • Formulating a 30-60-90 day leadership action plan.
  • Selecting straightforward productivity and safety metrics for monitoring.
  • Preparing handoff documentation for HR or senior management follow-up.

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • A solid grasp of electrical installation processes and site operations.
  • Practical experience in supervising or collaborating within technical teams.
  • Knowledge of fundamental workplace health and safety principles.

Target Audience

  • Team leaders and foremen specialising in electrical installation.
  • Site supervisors and project managers.
  • HR professionals or training coordinators overseeing field teams.

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