SC Cleared Fibre Optic Engineering Review and Training Support Consultant

ZipRecruiter; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consultancy is seeking an expert consultant in Fibre Optic Engineering Review and Training Support for a major defence project in Bolton. The role involves leading training delivery, conducting assessments, and liaising with stakeholders. The ideal candidate has strong expertise in fibre optics and proven experience in technical training design and delivery, especially within high-compliance environments, combined with excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Strong technical background in fibre optic systems, including handling, testing, and design.
• Experience in technical training design and delivery, ideally in a defence or high-compliance environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end Fibre Optic Learning & Development engagement.
• Conduct on-site assessment of existing fibre optic systems.
• Design tailored training packages for distinct teams.
• Facilitate hands-on training sessions for selected engineers.
• Liaise with client stakeholders to align on objectives.

Skills

Technical training design and delivery

Stakeholder management skills

Ability to translate technical content

Fibre optic systems expertise

Familiarity with industry standards

Job description

Job Description

Fibre Optic Engineering Review and Training Support
Location: Bolton - Hybrid
Duration: 14/11/2025
MUST BE PAYE THROUGH UMBRELLA

We are heading up a recruitment drive for a global consultancy that require a SC Cleared Fibre Optic Engineering Review and Training Support Consultant to join them on a major defence project that's based in Bolton.

Role Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and versatile consultant to lead the end-to-end delivery of a Fibre Optic Learning & Development engagement for a defence-sector client. This role combines technical expertise in fibre optics with instructional design, stakeholder engagement, and training delivery capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Consultancy & Analysis
• Conduct on-site assessment of existing fibre optic systems, processes, and practices across manufacturing, test, and design teams.
• Identify gaps, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Produce a detailed findings and recommendations report.
• Training Design & Development
• Define learning outcomes based on consultancy insights.
• Design a tailored training package for three distinct teams (Manufacturing, Test Engineering, Design).
• Develop supporting materials such as guides, checklists, and reference documents.
• Training Delivery
• Facilitate a hands-on training session for selected engineers.
• Ensure knowledge transfer and enable internal capability building.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Liaise with client stakeholders to align on objectives, timelines, and deliverables.
• Provide regular updates and incorporate feedback into the training solution.
• Post-Training Support
• Offer light-touch support post-delivery to address queries and reinforce learning.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Strong technical background in fibre optic systems, including handling, testing, and design.
• Experience in technical training design and delivery, ideally in a defence or high-compliance environment.
• Ability to translate complex technical content into accessible learning materials.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with industry standards (eg IEEE, IAAA, MIL-STD, IEC).