Alternative Drivetrain Specialist

MAN Truck & Bus UK; Trafford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary plus bonus scheme

Private health care

Healthy pension contribution

25 days holiday (with the option tobuy

Attractive employee car scheme

Job summary

MAN Truck & Bus UK in Manchester is recruiting an Alternative Drivetrain Specialist to help deliver and evolve technical training across the dealer network, with a focus on eMobility and High Voltage operations.

The role requires an engineering qualification or a technical apprenticeship, at least five years in automotive/HGV, strong training delivery, and willingness to travel across the UK. A Level 3 HGV and Level 3 IMI HV Technician qualification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification and/or completed technical apprenticeship, ideally with Level 3 HGV and Level 3 IMI High Voltage Technician qualifications.
• Minimum of five years' post-qualification experience within the automotive or HGV industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of HGV operations and alternative drivetrain technologies.
• Previous experience mentoring, coaching or delivering technical training programmes.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to engage audiences at all levels.
• Experience creating and delivering both one-to-one and group training sessions and supporting materials.
• Strong problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly PowerPoint and Word.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to build effective relationships across teams and stakeholders.
• A willingness to travel across the UK, including occasional overnight stays.
• LGV Class 1 licence (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Support the Alternative Drivetrain Manager in developing, communicating and deploying technical training initiatives across the MAN dealer network.
• Research, design and implement industry-leading eMobility programmes and procedures for Alternative Drivetrain personnel, Wholly Owned branches, Private Capital Dealers and customers.
• Assist in developing safe working practices for High Voltage vehicles, ensuring alignment with network auditing requirements.
• Create and maintain operational programmes from vehicle delivery through to customer handover, including bodybuilder support.
• Ensure High Voltage tools, equipment and component availability within the battery room to support repairs and operational requirements.
• Collaborate with Technical Support teams and network technicians to diagnose and resolve technical issues within workshops.
• Provide support to the MAN CSM eMobility network, including warranty repair quality assurance and High Voltage battery room operations.
• Monitor quality system non-conformances and implement corrective and preventative actions where required.
• Maintain accurate records and provide information in a timely and professional manner.
• Promote health and safety best practice while enhancing MAN's reputation and supporting commercial objectives.

Skills

Training delivery

Presentation skills

Communication

Problem solving

MS Office (PowerPoint/Word)

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

HGV knowledge

HV knowledge

Education

Engineering qualification

Technical apprenticeship

Level 3 HGV qualification

Level 3 IMI High Voltage Technician qualification

Job description

Do you have experience within the HGV or automotive industry?

Do you have experience delivering technical training and supporting alternative drivetrain or High Voltage vehicle operations?

We are recruiting for an Alternative Drivetrain Specialist to join our team in Manchester on a full time permanent basis.

In This Role You Will

• Support the Alternative Drivetrain Manager in developing, communicating and deploying technical training initiatives across the MAN dealer network.
• Research, design and implement industry-leading eMobility programmes and procedures for Alternative Drivetrain personnel, Wholly Owned branches, Private Capital Dealers and customers.
• Assist in developing safe working practices for High Voltage vehicles, ensuring alignment with network auditing requirements.
• Create and maintain operational programmes from vehicle delivery through to customer handover, including bodybuilder support.
• Ensure High Voltage tools, equipment and component availability within the battery room to support repairs and operational requirements.
• Collaborate with Technical Support teams and network technicians to diagnose and resolve technical issues within workshops.
• Provide support to the MAN CSM eMobility network, including warranty repair quality assurance and High Voltage battery room operations.
• Monitor quality system non-conformances and implement corrective and preventative actions where required.
• Maintain accurate records and provide information in a timely and professional manner.
• Promote health and safety best practice while enhancing MAN's reputation and supporting commercial objectives.

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Have

• An engineering qualification and/or completed technical apprenticeship, ideally with Level 3 HGV and Level 3 IMI High Voltage Technician qualifications.
• A minimum of five years' post-qualification experience within the automotive or HGV industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of HGV operations and alternative drivetrain technologies.
• Previous experience mentoring, coaching or delivering technical training programmes.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to engage audiences at all levels.
• Experience creating and delivering both one-to-one and group training sessions and supporting materials.
• Strong problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly PowerPoint and Word.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to build effective relationships across teams and stakeholders.
• A willingness to travel across the UK, including occasional overnight stays.
• LGV Class 1 licence (preferred).

Why join the Pride?

• competitive salary plus bonus scheme
• private health care
• healthy pension contribution
• 25 days holiday (with the opportunity to buy more)
• attractive employee car scheme

Accessibility & Inclusion

At MAN, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity enhances our organisation, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy or maternity status, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

We actively promote equal opportunities in our recruitment processes and workplace policies. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application process or at any stage of employment, please let us know, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs. We strive to create an environment where all employees feel respected, supported, and able to achieve their full potential.

MAN is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.