Automotive Technical Trainer & Learning Coach

RAC; Walsall; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

RAC is seeking a Technical Trainer to raise the technical skills and confidence of colleagues across our automotive operation. You will induct new staff, mentor Apprentices and train non-technical teams, turning complex topics into clear, practical guidance.

Fluent communication, presentation and coaching are essential, with a strong focus on safety and high technical standards. Your automotive experience will bring real-world context to learning.

Qualifications

• Automotive qualification recognised (IMI Level 3, City & Guilds Level 3, NVQ Level 3) is required.
• Ability to translate technical information into engaging learning for varied audiences.
• Excellent communication, presentation and coaching skills with adaptability.
• Training experience or a recognised training qualification is desirable but not essential.
• Focus on safety and consistent technical standards in training delivery.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging technical and skills-based training to RAC colleagues.
• Lead inductions for new Patrol, SMR and other operational colleagues.
• Train and support Apprentices as they develop automotive knowledge and practical skills.
• Deliver learning to non-technical colleagues, simplifying automotive topics.
• Provide practical classroom and blended learning, adapting to audiences.
• Coach and assess learners with clear, constructive feedback.
• Create a safe learning environment encouraging questions and practice.
• Use automotive experience to illustrate training with real-world examples.
• Collaborate with teams to reflect RAC and member needs in training.
• Support ongoing development and improvement of training content.

Skills

Automotive knowledge

Training delivery

Communication skills

Coaching

Adapt learning to audience

Education

IMI Level 3

City & Guilds Level 3

NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

RAC is seeking a Technical Trainer to raise the technical skills and confidence of colleagues across our automotive operation. You will induct new staff, mentor Apprentices and train non-technical teams, turning complex topics into clear, practical guidance.

Fluent communication, presentation and coaching are essential, with a strong focus on safety and high technical standards. Your automotive experience will bring real-world context to learning.