Paula De Ponte

Lead and mentor a team of trainers, setting standards for quality and delivery excellence
Design and develop interactive eLearning solutions using Articulate Storyline 360
Collaborate with product SMEs to structure certification pathways and learning journeys
Drive transition from instructor-led training to scalable digital learning delivery
Oversee learning systems and analyse training performance data to inform continuous
improvement
Prepare and present training performance reports to leadership
Align training initiatives with organisational and B-BBEE skills development objectives
Facilitate partner enablement sessions and ongoing capability development initiatives
Ensure alignment between training programs and overall business strategy

Led training strategy across five group companies: BidAir Services, Bidvest Catering, UDS,
Steiner, and BidAir Cargo
Managed a national training team delivering internal and third-party training solutions
Served as Skills Development Facilitator (SDF) across all group entities
Directed learnership implementation and oversight across multiple business units
Managed training reporting, B-BBEE alignment, and skills development compliance
Contributed to B-BBEE committee governance and reporting processes
Led internal and external training audits, ensuring full regulatory compliance
Ensured strict adherence to Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and Health & Safety standards
Managed accreditation processes and regulatory inspections
Met international airline training requirements, including Air France, Singapore Airlines,
Virgin Atlantic, and Emirates