Mobile Plant Training Engineer

Travis Talent; Worksop; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading training organization in the UK is seeking a Mobile Plant Training Engineer. The role involves delivering and developing training courses in mobile hydraulics and control systems. Ideal candidates have over 5 years of maintenance experience and relevant qualifications in engineering. This position offers a full-time, permanent contract with excellent holiday entitlement and opportunities for personal development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Full training and mentoring

Standard days-based role with early Friday finish

Generous holiday entitlement

Part of a world-leading training centre

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on industry experience in mobile plant or heavy equipment maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret hydraulic and electrical circuit diagrams.
• Understanding of mobile hydraulic systems and components.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and develop training courses for mobile hydraulics and control systems.
• Teach and assess candidates for CETOP qualifications.
• Support the development of practical training facilities.

Skills

Mobile plant maintenance

Hydraulic and electrical circuit interpretation

Confident communication

Teamwork

Education

HNC/HND in engineering or CETOP Level 3

Job description

Mobile Plant Training Engineer

Location: Worksop

Hours: Monday to Friday, standard days with an early Friday finish

Holiday: Generous annual leave allowance

Type: Full‑time, Permanent

Ready to get off the tools and take your career in a new direction? If you're a mechanically biased maintenance fitter with extensive experience of working on mobile plant maintenance, who's looking to transition out of hands‑on work but still want to stay deeply connected to engineering, this could be the fresh challenge you've been waiting for.

This is a unique opportunity to retrain as a Mobile Plant Training Engineer. You'll use your existing practical experience and knowledge to become a trainer and assessor, delivering cutting‑edge courses in Mobile Hydraulics, Control Systems, and more. This is more than a job — it's a career move that can elongate your working life, reignite your passion for engineering, and keep you learning every day.

What's in it for you?

• Full training and mentoring provided by our in‑house Learning & Development team
• Standard days‑based role - no more shift work
• Early Friday finishes for a better work‑life balance
• Amazing holiday entitlement
• Be part of a world‑leading training centre with modern facilities and supportive leadership
• Develop new skills in presenting, coaching, and mentoring while staying grounded in practical engineering

What you'll be doing (once trained):

• Delivering and developing mobile hydraulic and control system training courses
• Teaching and assessing candidates working towards CETOP Level 1, 2, and 3 qualifications
• Supporting the development of practical training facilities
• Acting as a Course Manager and Lead Tutor for bespoke and standard training programmes
• Working collaboratively with customers to understand and meet their training needs

We're looking for someone who:

• Has 5+ years of hands‑on industry experience in mobile plant or heavy equipment maintenance
• Holds an HNC/HND or equivalent in an engineering discipline - or CETOP Level 3
• Can read and interpret hydraulic and electrical circuit diagrams
• Understands mobile hydraulic systems and components such as pumps, valves, brakes, and transmissions
• Is a confident communicator and team player, ready to develop into a respected trainer

Whether you've had enough of spanners and breakdowns or you're looking to pass on your knowledge and stay in engineering longer - this role could be your next step. Apply today and start a new chapter in your engineering journey. We welcome applications from experienced engineers who are ready for a challenge, eager to learn, and passionate about helping others grow.