PLC & Automation Trainer

Automation Experts Ltd; Earls Barton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation solutions provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Instructor / Trainer for PLC & Automation. This full-time permanent role involves delivering key industrial courses while working with clients across various sectors, including blue-chip businesses. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of PLCs and experience with leading products like Siemens or Allen Bradley, along with strong communication skills. Enjoy a supportive environment with competitive benefits including a salary of £45,000 - £55,000, alongside opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Ongoing training and development programs

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, Drives or Industrial Networking.
• Strong desire to help others learn and good communication skills.
• Experience with leading PLC & Automation products such as Siemens or Allen Bradley.

Responsibilities

• Deliver key industrial courses and training sessions.
• Travel to customer sites for training and assessments.
• Develop training materials and maintain training notes.

Skills

Knowledge of PLCs

Clear communication skills

Experience with Siemens and Allen Bradley

Full UK driving license

Coaching or mentoring experience

Tools

Automation software

Industrial Networking tools

SCADA systems

Job description

A major supplier of automation and control solutions across a wide range of industries. Offering a stable and well-structured work environment where employees are supported to succeed. You will benefit from a competitive salary, ongoing training through supplier‑led programmes, and real opportunities to develop your technical knowledge. The company values clear communication, teamwork, and professional growth making it a strong fit for those who want to progress their career while working with trusted global brands in a fast‑moving, supportive environment.

Instructor / Trainer - PLC & Automation

£45,000 - £55,000 + Car/Allowance, Overtime, BUPA & Benefits

Northamptonshire

Ref: 23929

Instructor / Trainer - PLC & Automation - The Role:

• Primarily delivering a range of key industrial courses
• Working with clients across a range of business sectors including some of the largest blue‑chip businesses in the UK
• Developing and maintaining good training notes and materials
• Building new examples and exercises for the training
• Travelling to customer sites for training and skills assessment
• Delivering courses in a dedicated training centre, on client sites across the UK (up to a week at a time) and occasionally overseas

Instructor / Trainer - PLC & Automation - The Person:

• Knowledge and experience of PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, Drives or Industrial Networking
• Clear communication skills and a strong desire to help others learn
• Experience with leading PLC & Automation products (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Omron and Mitsubishi)
• Full UK driving licence
• Prior experience in coaching, mentoring or delivering training would be an advantage

You will be given full training to transition into an Instructor role supported by an experienced team of trainers to deliver market‑leading training courses.

As an Instructor / Trainer PLC & Automation, you'll enjoy a full‑time permanent position with a working day from 08 00, Monday to Friday. You'll get 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays and the opportunity to improve your professional skills learning new hardware and software as required. You'll also have the opportunity to support the running and development of the business.

If you're passionate about helping others learn and have experience in PLCs, Drives, Networking and HMI s and are an experienced Technical Trainer, Maintenance Engineer, Electrical Service Engineer, Electrician, Multiskilled Engineer or have worked in a similar role such as a PLC Instructor, Automation Trainer, Industrial Networking Trainer, Drives Instructor or HMI Trainer, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

For further information call Sharon Hill