Rail Engineering Trainer / Assessors

Rise Technical Recruitment; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading training organisation seeks a qualified Trainer/Assessor in Rail Engineering. Offering a salary of £40,000 - £45,000 along with full travel expenses and benefits, this permanent role focuses on providing hands-on training and assessments to upskill the rail workforce. Ideal candidates will have a mechanical or electrical background and relevant assessor qualifications, joining a forward-thinking team dedicated to workforce development.

Benefits

All travel and accommodation covered for off-site training delivery

Employer pension contributions

Death-in-service insurance

Continuous Professional Development

Qualifications

• Experience in a Trainer, Assessor, or Instructor role.
• Rail industry experience is highly desirable.
• Strong communication and coaching skills with a passion for workforce development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, hands-on training and practical assessments for small groups.
• Guide learners in interpreting technical drawings and complying with safety standards.
• Maintain accurate training records and contribute to the ongoing development of course materials.

Skills

Communication

Coaching

Education

NVQ / C&G Level 3 or higher in mechanical or electrical engineering

Assessor Qualification (e.g. TAQA, A1, D32/D33)

Job description

Trainer / Assessor - Rail Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical)
Location: Nottingham Area
Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 + Expenses + Benefits

Are you a qualified Trainer or Assessor from a mechanical or electrical background looking for a stable, rewarding, and hands-on training role within the rail engineering sector?

We are currently recruiting for two Trainer / Assessors to join a purpose-built training academy based near Nottingham, delivering a nationally recognised Mechanical and Electrical Installation Competency programme. This is a permanent position, offering long-term stability and clear development pathways within a growing training organisation.

You'll play a key role in upskilling the rail engineering workforce and supporting competency across the industry through structured, real-world training and practical assessments.

We are recruiting for two positions currently, both a Mechanical-Biased and an Electrical-Biased Rail Engineering Trainer.

The Role:

• Deliver engaging, hands-on training and practical assessments for small groups (6-10 learners)
• Use real-world tooling and rail vehicle assembly rigs to train key competencies (e.g. torque tightening, earth bonding, cable looms, Harting connectors)
• Guide learners in interpreting technical drawings and complying with safety and engineering standards
• Work with aligned training documentation to support both practical and knowledge-based assessments
• Maintain accurate training records and contribute to the ongoing development of course materials

The Person:

• Experience in a Trainer, Assessor, or as an Instructor role
• Ideally holds an Assessor Qualification (e.g. TAQA, A1, D32/D33 )
• NVQ / C&G Level 3 or higher in either mechanical or electrical engineering
• Rail industry experience (highly desirable)
• Strong communication and coaching skills with a passion for workforce development

What's On Offer:

• Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 per year (based on experience and qualifications)
• All travel and accommodation covered for off-site training delivery
• Benefits include employer pension contributions and death-in-service insurance
• Opportunity to grow with a forward-thinking, values-driven training provider
• Continuous Professional Development
• Long-term development opportunities within technical education and assessment

Reference Number: BBBH (phone number removed)
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