Aircraft Fitting Training Lead & NVQ Assessor Pathway

GKN; East Cowes; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

GKN Aerospace is seeking an experienced aircraft fitter to join our East Cowes training team. You will lead classroom-based training for the theoretical elements of aircraft fitting and develop new practical training techniques to improve outcomes for learners.

You will support the Learning Administrator with training plans, track learner progress, and contribute to ongoing improvement projects. A path to NVQ assessor qualification is available as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Experienced aircraft fitter with 2-4 year apprenticeship or certification.
• PC literate and comfortable creating training materials.
• Strong communicator with enthusiasm for teaching and developing others.
• Ability to lead classroom-based training and assess learner progress.
• Willingness to become a qualified NVQ assessor and support recruitment tasks.

Responsibilities

• Lead classroom-based training for theoretical aspects of aircraft fitting.
• Create and develop new practical training techniques for aircraft fitting.
• Support Learning Administrator with training plans and packs.
• Lead continuous improvement and problem solving activities.
• Set up assessments and interviews; grade performance with a standard matrix.
• Develop and coach learners to the required standard.

Skills

Aircraft Fitting

Training & Teaching

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

2-4 year time-served apprenticeship

Certification in relevant qualifications

Tools

PC literacy

Job description

GKN Aerospace is seeking an experienced aircraft fitter to join our East Cowes training team. You will lead classroom-based training for the theoretical elements of aircraft fitting and develop new practical training techniques to improve outcomes for learners.

You will support the Learning Administrator with training plans, track learner progress, and contribute to ongoing improvement projects. A path to NVQ assessor qualification is available as part of the role.