BMW Technical Trainer

FIND | Creating Futures; Reading; On-site; GBP 34,115 - 46,195; Full time

Job summary

BMW Group Academy in Wokefield Park, Reading, seeks an experienced Automotive Technical Trainer to deliver high-quality training for technicians across the BMW retailer network. The role combines technical expertise with coaching and professional development to raise standards.

You will facilitate classroom and workshop learning, cover diagnostics, electrification, and manufacturer systems, and assess learner progress while supporting IMI processes.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering automotive training in classroom and workshop settings.
• Knowledge of modern vehicle technologies, diagnostics and electrical systems.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to assess competency and coordinate IMI documentation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver automotive technical training in classroom and workshop environments.
• Provide training on vehicle diagnostics, repair procedures, electrical systems, and emerging technologies.
• Deliver courses aligned with manufacturer standards and industry best practice.
• Support technicians with hands-on sessions and practical skills.

Skills

Automotive training

Teaching / coaching

Diagnostics knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 Automotive qualification

Teaching or assessment qualification (AET/Assessor)

Tools

Diagnostics equipment

Vehicle diagnostic tools

Job description

Salary - £40,170 + company car or £4,200 car allowance

We are seeking an experienced Automotive Technical Trainer / Automotive Instructor to join the team at the BMW Group Academy in Wokefield Park.

This is an exciting opportunity for either:

• An experienced Technical Trainer or Automotive Instructor, or
• A Senior Technician or Master Technician looking to transition into a training career within the automotive industry.

Working within a world-class training environment, you will deliver high-quality automotive technical training programmes to technicians across the BMW retailer network.

Your role will be to support the development of automotive professionals through engaging classroom and workshop-based learning, helping technicians develop their knowledge across the latest vehicle technologies, diagnostics, electrification, and manufacturer systems.

You will play a key role in ensuring technicians receive the skills, knowledge, and technical competence required to maintain the high standards expected across the BMW retailer network.

This role offers a unique opportunity to combine technical automotive expertise with coaching, mentoring, and professional development, helping shape the next generation of skilled automotive technicians.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging automotive technical training programmes in both classroom and workshop environments.
• Provide training on vehicle diagnostics, repair procedures, electrical systems, and emerging automotive technologies.
• Deliver training courses aligned with manufacturer standards, quality frameworks, and industry best practice.
• Support technicians in developing practical skills through structured hands-on workshop sessions.
• Ensure training delivery remains engaging, interactive, and focused on real-world automotive applications.

Assessment & Development

• Conduct technical competency assessments for automotive technicians.
• Support and coordinate relevant IMI assessment documentation and quality assurance processes.
• Provide constructive feedback to learners to support their development and progression.
• Monitor learner performance and adapt training approaches to maximise knowledge retention and practical application.

Candidate Profile

We welcome applications from both experienced trainers and highly skilled automotive technicians who are passionate about sharing their knowledge and developing others.

• Strong background working within the automotive industry.
• Experience working as a Senior Technician, Master Technician, Diagnostic Technician, or Automotive Technical Trainer.
• Broad knowledge of modern automotive technologies, diagnostics, electrical systems, and vehicle repair procedures.
• Level 3 Automotive qualification (NVQ / IMI / City & Guilds or equivalent).
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Previous experience delivering technical training or automotive instruction.
• Experience working within a manufacturer training environment or automotive academy.
• Knowledge of BMW retailer systems or processes (desirable but not essential).
• Teaching or assessing qualifications such as Level 3 Award in Education & Training (AET), Assessor Awards, or equivalent.

Full training and teaching qualifications can be supported for candidates transitioning from industry.

Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment

Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff to share this commitment. In line with safer recruitment practices, all applicants who may come into contact with learners or prospective learners will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check (or equivalent) and satisfactory references.

They are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.