Driving Instructors

My Four Wheels; Coventry; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading training organization in Coventry seeks experienced engineers to train apprentices. This full-time role offers stability, professional development, and the opportunity to make a difference using hands-on experience. Applicants should have a mechanical or electrical engineering background and a passion for mentoring learners. You’ll work in a well-resourced environment with modern equipment. The position provides excellent salary and facilities, with a supportive framework to transition into training roles.

Benefits

Excellent facilities

Development opportunities

Support for obtaining teaching qualifications

Qualifications

• Experience in Mechanical Maintenance or similar engineering role.
• Passion for developing learners and sharing knowledge.
• Willingness to obtain teaching qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Train the next generation of apprentices using hands-on engineering experience.
• Deliver training with full support and professional development opportunities.

Skills

Mechanical or Electrical Engineering backgrounds

Hydraulics/Pneumatics experience

CNC, Milling, Lathe

Electrical Maintenance

Coaching or mentoring experience

Strong communication skills

Job description

Location: Coventry; full‑time, permanent, Monday to Friday with an early Friday finish. Salary: 38k to 42k + excellent facilities and development opportunities.

We’re looking to speak with ex‑military engineers or experienced civilian engineers who’d like to use their hands‑on technical background to train the next generation of apprentices. Whether you already deliver training or you’re an engineer interested in a career change into the training world, this role offers full support, professional development, and funded teaching qualifications. You’ll be joining a large, Armed Forces‑friendly organisation with outstanding workshops, CNC and milling suites, hydraulics/pneumatics labs and modern mechatronics equipment. It’s a professional, well‑resourced environment where your real‑world experience will make a genuine difference.

What we’re looking for

• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering backgrounds such as:
• Mechanical Maintenance, Fitter/Turner, Machinist (CNC, Milling, Lathe, etc.)
• Hydraulics/Pneumatics experience (Fluid Power)
• Mechatronics, Automation, or Electro‑Mechanical systems
• Electrical Maintenance/Industrial Electrician (3‑phase, motors, panels, fault‑finding)
• Plus: Experience coaching, mentoring or instructing others (formal teaching experience not required as full training and qualifications will be provided)
• Strong communication and people skills
• A passion for developing learners and sharing knowledge
• Suitability for those leaving the military within 6‑12 months or already transitioned

If you want to use your engineering experience in a role with more purpose, stability, and progression, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Centrum Solutions for a confidential chat.