Vehicle Mechanics Trainer

Find Recruitment Group LTD; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded teaching qualifications

Ongoing professional development

Modern training environment

Job summary

Find Recruitment Group LTD, Milton Keynes, is seeking a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic Trainer to deliver practical and theory-based training to Heavy Vehicle apprentices. You will support learners in developing skills in servicing, maintenance, diagnostics and repair, and work with a specific vehicle manufacturer to tailor content to their technologies.

No prior teaching experience is required as full training and qualifications are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance, HGV Mechanics or a closely related discipline.
• Strong hands-on experience maintaining, diagnosing and repairing heavy or commercial vehicles.
• Good technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical and diagnostic systems.
• Strong communication skills and an interest in developing others.

Responsibilities

• Deliver practical and theory-based training to Heavy Vehicle apprentices.
• Support learners in developing their skills in vehicle servicing, maintenance, diagnostics and repair.
• Work with a specific vehicle manufacturer, delivering training relevant to their vehicles and technologies.
• Demonstrate practical workshop techniques and safe working practices.
• Monitor learner progress and provide ongoing coaching and support.
• Help apprentices develop the technical knowledge and competence required to become qualified Heavy Vehicle Technicians.

Skills

Heavy vehicle maintenance

Diagnostics skills

Coaching/communication

Hands-on experience

Education

Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

Heavy Vehicle Mechanic Trainer – Automotive Apprenticeships

Location: Milton Keynes

Salary: £38,000 rising to £42,000 once qualified

Contract: Full-time, permanent

I'm working with an established training provider looking to recruit a Vehicle Mechanic Trainer to deliver training to Heavy Vehicle apprentices, working alongside a leading vehicle manufacturer.

This is an opportunity for an experienced HGV or Heavy Vehicle Technician looking to move off the tools and into education, as well as existing trainers looking for a new opportunity.

No previous teaching experience is required, with full training, funded teaching qualifications and any necessary technical upskilling provided.

The Role

• Deliver practical and theory-based training to Heavy Vehicle apprentices.
• Support learners in developing their skills in vehicle servicing, maintenance, diagnostics and repair.
• Work with a specific vehicle manufacturer, delivering training relevant to their vehicles and technologies.
• Demonstrate practical workshop techniques and safe working practices.
• Monitor learner progress and provide ongoing coaching and support.
• Help apprentices develop the technical knowledge and competence required to become qualified Heavy Vehicle Technicians.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance, HGV Mechanics or a closely related discipline.
• Strong hands-on experience maintaining, diagnosing and repairing heavy or commercial vehicles.
• Good technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical and diagnostic systems.
• Strong communication skills and an interest in developing others.
• Previous teaching or training experience is welcome but not essential.
• Willingness to undertake teaching qualifications and additional manufacturer-specific training where required.

What's on Offer

• £38,000 starting salary, rising to £42,000 once teaching qualifications are achieved.
• Fully funded teaching qualifications and training.
• Additional technical upskilling where required.
• Opportunity to work closely with an established vehicle manufacturer.
• Modern, practical training environment.
• Opportunity to transition from industry into a long-term career in education.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression.