Senior Technical Training Instructor

Rgit Australia; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hutcheon & Pearce in Australia is seeking a Senior Technical Training Instructor to shape the next generation of technicians across our dealership network. This role blends deep technical expertise with training and development, delivering high‑quality product, systems and technology training for employees and customers.

Reporting to the Product and Technology Training Manager, you will coordinate programs, deliver John Deere certified training, maintain records, and stay current with new

Qualifications

• Experience delivering technical training to internal teams and customers.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or willingness to obtain.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver product, technology and technical training programs.
• Facilitate John Deere certified training courses to dealership standards.
• Develop and rollout tailored training programs to meet business needs.
• Coordinate and schedule technical training activities with Learning & Development.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain training records and ensure documentation is accurate.
• Stay current with new products, systems and technologies.

Skills

Training delivery

Technical training

Communication

Organisational

Diagnostic software

Education

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

Tools

John Deere equipment

Job description

Are you an experienced Diesel Mechanic, Service Technician, Master Technician, Technical Trainer or industry professional with a passion for developing people and sharing knowledge?

Hutcheon & Pearce is looking for a Senior Technical Training Instructor to help shape the next generation of technicians and industry professionals across our dealership network. This is a unique opportunity to combine your technical expertise with training and development, supporting both our employees and customers through engaging, high-quality learning experiences.

Working closely with our Technical Learning & Development team, you'll play a key role in building technical capability across the business through the delivery of product, systems and technology training. You'll stay at the forefront of industry advancements while helping others build the skills and confidence they need to succeed.

About the Role

Reporting to the Product and Technology Training Manager, you will be responsible for delivering and coordinating technical training programs across the business. Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering product, technology and technical training programs to internal teams and customers
• Facilitating John Deere certified training courses to dealership standards
• Supporting the development and rollout of tailored training programs to meet business needs
• Coordinating and scheduling technical training activities in consultation with the Learning & Development team
• Evaluating training effectiveness and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement
• Maintaining training records and ensuring documentation is completed accurately and on time
• Staying current with new products, systems and emerging technologies to ensure training content remains relevant
• Supporting product optimisation and technology adoption through TECSight Field Specialist activities when required
• Promoting a culture of safety, learning and continuous development across the business
• Building strong relationships with technicians, managers, customers and key stakeholders

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone with strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for helping others learn and develop. Ideally, you'll have:

• Previous experience performing service repairs within agricultural, heavy diesel, construction, automotive or related industries
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems
• The ability to confidently deliver training and engage a variety of audiences
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organisational and time management capabilities
• Experience using diagnostic software and computer-based repair tools
• The ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams and locations
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or willingness to obtain) and/or previous training experience
• A current driver's licence

Experience with John Deere equipment or agricultural machinery is highly regarded, however we are also open to candidates from other heavy equipment, automotive, mining, earthmoving or related industries.

About Us

Hutcheon & Pearce is the largest Australian family-owned John Deere dealership, proudly serving customers across NSW for more than 70 years. With 20 locations and a commitment to exceptional customer service, we support customers across Agriculture, Construction, Forestry and Lifestyle sectors with industry-leading equipment and after-sales support.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a technically minded professional who enjoys sharing knowledge, developing others and contributing to the future success of our industry.

Hutcheon & Pearce are an inclusive employer. We strive to reflect the communities that surround us and welcome applications from skilled people from all walks of life.

Company Overview

Hutcheon and Pearce have always been a proud family business. Since 1953, we have grown to more than 560 employees across 20 branches in NSW. As we continue to grow alongside the needs of our customers in the ever-changing agricultural sector, it's important that we find the best people to join our team. Our rule of thumb is simple: hire for attitude and train for skill. If you have the right attitude for our company, we'll train you to become the best of the best. From new apprentices and trainees right through to leadership positions, we offer you the flexibility, support and opportunity to grow your career. You'll notice the difference at Hutcheon and Pearce.