Trainer/Assessor in Engineering (Electrical and/or Mechanical Maintenance)

Burnley College; Burnley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Burnley is seeking an Engineer Trainer/Assessor to deliver and review training in Electrical and Mechanical Maintenance. The successful candidate will guide apprentices through their learning journeys and ensure compliance in training delivery. A Level 3 qualification in Engineering and willingness to obtain an Assessor qualification are required. The role offers a salary of up to £35,394 for on-site delivery.

Qualifications

• Appropriate Level 3 qualification in the relevant subject.
• Willingness to obtain Assessor qualification.
• Experience in planning and delivering engineering training.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and review engineering training.
• Guide apprentices through their learning journey.
• Ensure compliant delivery of training.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance

Mechanical Maintenance

Training and Assessment

Education

Level 3 qualification in Engineering

Assessor qualification

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Engineer with expertise in Electrical and Mechanical Maintenance to join our highly successful Centre of Engineering Excellence as a Trainer/Assessor.

As an Electrical and Mechanical Maintenance Trainer, you will plan, deliver and review the development of underpinning knowledge, practical skills and professional behaviours within an engineering environment. You will guide apprentices through their learning journey, track and record their progress, and ensure they are fully prepared for end-point assessment and their future engineering careers.

The salary for this post is up to £35,394.

Location: on site delivery. The closing date for this post is 5.00pm, Tuesday 7 October 2025.

Burnley College Sixth Form Centre provides first-class Further Education, University Education, Apprenticeship, business training and adult learning programmes, in the heart of Pennine Lancashire. Please also see our College Charter on the Burnley College website.

The College is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all staff to share in this commitment. Employment at the College is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service and any post involving regulated activity will also be subject to an additional barred list check.

To apply for this post, please complete the application form using the link below. If you experience any problems when completing the application form, please e-mail [e-mail]
https://careers.burnley.ac.uk/applynow/

Note: This description includes standard College equality and safeguarding information applicable to all roles.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and review the development of underpinning knowledge, practical skills and professional behaviours within an engineering environment.
• Guide apprentices through their learning journey, track and record their progress, and ensure they are fully prepared for end-point assessment and their future engineering careers.
• Ensure compliant delivery of training in the workplace, classroom and workshop settings.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Appropriate Level 3 qualification in the relevant subject.
• Possess or be willing to work towards an appropriate Assessor qualification within a specified timescale.
• Knowledge of National Vocational Qualifications in Engineering and experience of planning and delivering training in the workplace/classroom/workshop.

Additional Information

• National Vocational Qualifications in Engineering knowledge and experience of planning and delivering training in the workplace/classroom/workshop are preferred.
• Employment is subject to enhanced DBS check and additional barred list check for regulated activity.