Workshop/Handskills Trainer

Capita; Gosport; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite secure parking

Catering facilities on site

Gym and shops onsite

Job summary

Capita, in collaboration with Selborne and HMS Sultan, seeks a Workshop/Handskills Trainer to deliver focused mechanical craft training. You will mentor trainees to build core engineering skills, with full teacher training provided on site and end-to-end support to succeed.

The role is full-time (37.5 hours/week) on site, with UK security clearance at SC level required. Salary is pro rata and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Engineering background in mechanical or fabrication fields.
• Minimum Level 3 qualification or higher.
• Hands-on workshop experience with hand tools and machinery.
• Competence with basic IT hardware/software.
• Willingness to learn and develop as a trainer with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality training in Mechanical Craft and Fabrication.
• Introduce and develop practical hand skills (fitting and filing).
• Teach interpretation of basic technical drawings.
• Instruct on safe use of workshop equipment and PPE.
• Coach, mentor and give constructive feedback to learners.

Skills

Engineering background

Level 3 qualifications or higher

Practical workshop experience

IT proficiency

Willingness to learn and train others

Strong communication skills

Education

Level 3 or above

Job description

Help Shape the Next Generation of Royal Navy Engineers

Play a vital role in preparing skilled personnel for the front line—faster. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced engineering professional to make a lasting impact by mentoring and developing the next generation of Royal Navy engineers. You’ll use your industry expertise to coach trainees, helping them build essential engineering hand skills and confidence within a structured learning environment. This is a training-focused role, but prior teaching experience is not required. Full teacher training delivered on site and ongoing support will be provided to help you succeed—what matters most is your passion, enthusiasm, and ability to engage and inspire learners throughout their journey.

Workshop/Handskills Trainer

Job Description

Full-time role, 37.5 hours a week (Monday – Friday). HMS Sultan. Due to the nature of this role, you must be eligible for UK Security Clearance at SC level.

What you will be doing

You will deliver high-quality training in Mechanical Craft and Fabrication, supporting trainees in developing core engineering competencies. This will include:

• Introducing and developing practical hand skills, including fitting and filing


• Teaching the interpretation and understanding of basic technical drawings


• Providing instruction on the safe use of workshop equipment


• Promoting and embedding strong workshop Health & Safety practices


• Supporting trainees’ progress through coaching, mentoring, and constructive feedback

Essential Skills/experience

• A strong engineering background (mechanical or fabrication experience preferred)


• certified to a minimum of Level 3 or above


• Practical workshop experience and confidence using hand tools and machinery


• Be proficient in the use of IT (hardware/software)


• You will also have A willingness to learn and continuously develop as a trainer (full training provided) as well as having strong communication skills and a passion for developing others

Desirable Skills/experience

• Level 3 Teaching Qualification / DCTS Defence Train The Trainer Course or equivalent (successful completion)


• Previous instructional experience in a military or civilian engineering environment (ideally within last 5 years)

About Selborne

Selborne is a bold, £1 billion, 12-year transformation of Royal Navy training, led by Capita and a powerhouse consortium known as Team Fisher — including Raytheon UK, Fujitsu, and the University of Lincoln. Together, we’re modernising military education with cutting‑edge tech like simulators and data analytics, all under a collaborative \"one team\" approach with the Royal Navy. It’s a shared mission to deliver smarter, more effective training for sailors and marines across the naval enterprise.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary up to £39,000 pro rata (£38,317.50)


• Enjoy flexible benefits including extra leave purchase, paid volunteering days, enhanced family leave, lifestyle discounts, and access to inclusive employee networks — all designed to support your wellbeing and personal growth.


• Onsite secure parking


• Catering facilities, Gym and shops onsite


• Rewarding role making a real difference to those joining and progressing within the Royal Navy


• Ability to gain further qualifications and full training given


• This role is offered on a term time basis working 45 weeks per year, with non‑working weeks taken 2 weeks at Christmas and Easter and 3 weeks in August. The salary will therefore be pro rata’d and calculated to include contractual annual leave entitlement and bank holidays.

Unlock Your Potential with Capita

At Capita, your career can take you wherever your ambition leads. You’ll become part of a diverse network of talented, forward‑thinking professionals working across a wide range of disciplines and sectors. We’re committed to your growth — offering exciting opportunities to expand your skills, explore new paths, and advance your career. Join us and discover a career with purpose.

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Equal Opportunities

Capita is committed to an inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment process. We’re a Disability Confident employer and welcome applications from everyone. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail] or call 07784 237318. For more on equal opportunities and available adjustments, visit the Capita Careers website. For general queries, email [e-mail]