Mechanical Maintenance & Fluid Power Technical Trainer

TR2 Recruitment Ltd; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading training provider in Gloucestershire is seeking a Mechanical Instructor to deliver training in pneumatics and hydraulics. The position offers full training with no prior teaching experience required, a supportive environment, and the potential for significant career progression. The role includes a competitive starting salary of £34,090, with benefits such as 25 days holiday and healthcare package.

Benefits

£34,090 starting salary

36.75-hour working week

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Healthcare package

Free onsite parking

Uniform provided

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Maintenance, fitting, assembly, servicing, or engineering experience required.
• Experience in pneumatics or hydraulics is essential.
• Willingness to teach and mentor apprentices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver practical and theory-based training to apprentices and adult learners.
• Focus on pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical assembly.
• Provide support and mentorship to learners.

Skills

Strong mechanical background

Practical experience in pneumatics OR hydraulics

Confident communication

Passion for developing the next generation of engineers

Job description

Mechanical Instructor – Fluid Power (Pneumatics / Hydraulics)

Gloucestershire

(Progression guaranteed on completion of L3 Teaching & Assessing qualifications)

Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer or Technician with strong fluid power expertise in pneumatics or hydraulics? Looking to step away from the tools and move into a secure, rewarding training & education role? This Gloucestershire-based training provider is expanding its delivery team and is looking for an industry-skilled professional to join them as a Mechanical Instructor. No teaching experience is required—full training and qualifications are provided.

The Role

You will deliver practical and theory-based training to apprentices and adult learners, focusing on:

• Pneumatics and/or hydraulics
• Stand‑alone pneumatic training rigs
• Circuit function, system operation and fault‑finding
• Mechanical hand‑fitting, assembly, and maintenance tasks

Full support and mentoring are provided, with the opportunity to gain:

• Level 3 Award in Education & Training (AET)
• Level 3 Assessor Qualification (CAVA)

Both normally completed within your first 12 months.

What You Need

• Strong mechanical background (maintenance, fitting, assembly, servicing, or engineering)
• Practical experience in pneumatics OR hydraulics (essential)
• Confident communication and a willingness to teach others
• A passion for developing the next generation of engineers

Candidates from industry (manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, marine, energy, MoD, rail, etc.) are all encouraged to apply.

What's on Offer

• £34,090 starting salary (rising to £38,042 upon qualification)
• 36.75-hour working week
• 13:15 Friday finish
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays + your birthday off
• Healthcare package
• Free onsite parking
• Uniform provided
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Secure, stable, and highly rewarding career path

If you want to know more and are a qualified engineer, committed to delivering high quality teaching and fostering a positive learning environment for all learners, please get in touch with Hannah at TR2 Recruitment.

TR2 Recruitment Ltd acts as an Employment Agency for permanent workers and an Employment Business for temporary workers.