Construction Plant Operations Tutor

Momentum Recruitment LTD; Derby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Free onsite parking

Ongoing training and professional开发?

Supportive working environment

Opportunity to join a growing training

Job summary

Momentum Training in Derby is seeking an experienced Construction Plant Operations Tutor to deliver high-quality theoretical and practical training, developing learners' operating skills and preparing them for industry qualifications and employment in construction.

This is a hands-on role focusing on the safe operation of excavators, dumpers and rollers, with responsibilities including lesson planning, assessments, record-keeping and adherence to awarding body standards.

Qualifications

• Strong practical experience in construction plant operations.
• Experience operating construction plant machinery.
• Plant operations qualifications and accreditations.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Confidence delivering practical demonstrations and supporting learners.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Genuine passion for developing people and supporting learners into employment.
• Teaching qualification (AET/CET) or assessor qualification (CAVA) desirable.
• Experience delivering NPORS or CPCS training desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging classroom-based and practical training in Construction Plant Operations.
• Train learners in safe operation of construction plant machinery (excavators, dumpers, rollers, etc.).
• Deliver practical demonstrations covering controls, inspections, safety and techniques.
• Prepare lesson plans, training materials and practical assessment activities.
• Deliver training in line with awarding organisation requirements.
• Assess learner knowledge, practical competence and operational ability.
• Prepare learners for practical and theory assessments.
• Maintain accurate learner records and qualification evidence.
• Monitor learner attendance, progress and engagement.
• Maintain a safe training environment and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Complete equipment checks and work with the team to maximise learner achievement.

Skills

Practical experience

Plant operation experience

Health and safety knowledge

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Training delivery

Education

Teaching qualification (AET/CET)

Assessor qualification (CAVA)

NPORS or CPCS plant operator training

Job description

Construction Plant Operations Tutor - Derby

Location: Derby

Salary: £30,000-£34,000 per annum, dependent on experience

Company: Momentum Training

Department: Training & Delivery

Reports to: Training Manager

About Momentum Training

Momentum Training is a growing independent training provider delivering government-funded training programmes, Skills Bootcamps and vocational qualifications across the UK.

We work with individuals, employers and local communities to provide practical skills training and employment opportunities, helping people gain the qualifications, confidence and experience needed to progress into sustainable employment.

Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit an experienced Construction Plant Operations Tutor to join our team in Derby.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Plant Operations Tutor with strong industry knowledge and practical experience operating construction plant machinery.

The successful candidate will deliver high-quality theoretical and practical training, developing learners' operational skills and preparing them for industry-recognised qualifications and employment within the construction sector.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone with practical plant operating experience who enjoys developing others and delivering training in a professional and safe environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging classroom-based and practical training in Construction Plant Operations.
• Train learners in the safe operation of construction plant machinery, including excavators, dumper trucks, rollers and other relevant equipment.
• Deliver practical demonstrations covering machine controls, pre-use inspections, safe working practices and operational techniques.
• Prepare lesson plans, training materials and practical assessment activities.
• Deliver training in line with relevant awarding organisation and accreditation requirements.
• Assess learner knowledge, practical competence and operational ability.
• Prepare learners for relevant practical and theory assessments.
• Maintain accurate learner records, assessment documentation and qualification evidence.
• Monitor learner attendance, progress, achievement and engagement.
• Maintain a safe training environment and ensure machinery and equipment are used correctly.
• Complete equipment checks and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Work with the wider delivery team to maximise learner achievement and employment progression.

Essential Requirements

• Strong practical experience within the construction plant or heavy machinery industry.
• Experience operating relevant construction plant machinery.
• Relevant plant operations qualifications and industry-recognised accreditations.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements within construction and plant operations.
• Confidence delivering practical demonstrations and supporting individuals with different levels of experience.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A genuine passion for developing people and supporting learners into employment.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience delivering vocational training or working within further education.
• Recognised teaching qualification such as AET, CET or equivalent.
• Recognised assessor qualification such as CAVA or equivalent.
• Experience delivering NPORS, CPCS or other recognised plant operator training and assessments.

Personal Attributes

• Confident, approachable and professional.
• Practical, hands‑on and passionate about the construction industry.
• Organised, reliable and committed to maintaining high standards.
• Patient and supportive, with the ability to motivate and develop learners.
• Flexible and proactive, with a strong focus on learner achievement.

What We Offer

• Salary of £30,000-£34,000 per annum, dependent on experience.
• Company pension scheme.
• Free onsite parking.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive working environment.
• Opportunity to join a growing training provider with exciting expansion plans.