Defence Training Delivery Lead — Coach 15 Trainers

Babcock International; Sandford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence contractor in the United Kingdom is looking for a Training Delivery Manager to oversee a team delivering critical training on Armoured Fighting Vehicles. This role involves leadership, planning, ensuring compliance, and fostering a positive team culture. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, experience in a training environment, and hold a Defence Trainer Supervisor qualification. A full UK manual driving license and the ability to achieve Security Check clearance are essential.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance

Access to a Digital GP and annual health check

Employee share scheme

Employee shopping savings portal

Payment of Professional Fees

10-day special paid leave for reservists

Holiday Trading options

'Be Kind Day' for volunteering

Excellent development opportunities

Responsibilities

• Manage, lead, and develop a team of 15 defence trainers to achieve high performance.
• Plan and allocate tasks for trainers, ensuring delivery meets contractual requirements.
• Oversee health and safety, conduct risk assessments, and maintain compliance standards.
• Liaise with the customer (MOD) to ensure training objectives are met.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and accountable team culture.

Skills

Proficient in IT with ability to produce data reports

Experience managing teams within a training environment

Strong leadership and coaching skills

Ability to plan and allocate resources effectively

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Education

Defence Trainer Supervisor (DTS) or equivalent

Full UK manual driving licence

Job description

A leading defence contractor in the United Kingdom is looking for a Training Delivery Manager to oversee a team delivering critical training on Armoured Fighting Vehicles. This role involves leadership, planning, ensuring compliance, and fostering a positive team culture. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, experience in a training environment, and hold a Defence Trainer Supervisor qualification. A full UK manual driving license and the ability to achieve Security Check clearance are essential.