Trainer

centrum solutions; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Abingdon-on-Thames seeks an experienced engineer to train apprentices in a hands-on, supportive environment. You will leverage your engineering background to help develop the next generation of learners. The ideal candidate has experience in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. This role offers full-time hours with competitive salary and extensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Excellent facilities

Funded training

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Background in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience in Engineering roles such as Maintainer, Machinist, or Electrician.
• Desire to transition into teaching or training roles.

Responsibilities

• Train the next generation of apprentices using technical expertise.
• Deliver support and professional development to learners.

Skills

Mechanical Maintenance

Hydraulics / Pneumatics

Mechatronics

Electrical Maintenance

Coaching/Mentoring

Strong Communication

Passion for Developing Learners

Job description

Location : Abingdon-on-Thames

Hours : Full-time, permanent, Monday–Friday with an early Friday finish

Salary : £36,000–£42,000 + excellent facilities & funded training

We’re looking to speak with ex-military engineers or experienced civilian engineers who’d like to use their hands‑on technical background to train the next generation of apprentices.

Whether you already deliver training or you’re an engineer interested in a career change into the training world, this role offers full support, professional development, and funded teaching qualifications.

You’ll be joining a large, Armed Forces–friendly organisation with outstanding workshops, CNC and milling suites, hydraulics / pneumatics labs and modern mechatronics equipment. It’s a professional, well‑resourced environment where your real‑world experience will make a genuine difference.

What we’re looking for

Mechanical or Electrical Engineering backgrounds such as

• Mechanical Maintenance, Fitter / Turner, Machinist (CNC, Milling, Lathe, etc.)
• Hydraulics / Pneumatics experience (Fluid Power)
• Mechatronics, Automation, or Electro‑Mechanical systems
• Electrical Maintenance / Industrial Electrician (3-phase, motors, panels, fault‑finding)

Plus :

• Experience coaching, mentoring or instructing others (formal teaching experience not required as full training and qualifications will be provided)
• Strong communication and people skills
• A passion for developing learners and sharing knowledge
• Suitability for those leaving the military within 6–12 months or already transitioned

If you want to use your engineering experience in a role with more purpose, stability, and progression, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Centrum Solutions for a confidential chat