Remote Automotive Technical Training Manager

Catering; Kettering (OH); On-site; USD 61,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

32 days holiday

Bonus up to £20,000

Company car / car allowance

Extensive training programme

Career development

Staff discounts

Life Insurance

Pension scheme

Employee Assistant Program

Long service recognition

Retail vouchers

Eye care vouchers

Cycle to work

Company events

Job summary

Unknown Company in the UK automotive sector is seeking a Technical Training Manager to oversee all automotive technical training nationwide, with 80% remote work and 20% UK travel. Responsible for curriculum design (MOT, EV/High-Voltage, diagnostics, service & repair), trainer development, and external provider management.

The role reports to the Head of Retail Training and Apprenticeships and requires a strong engineering background, experience with EV/high-voltage systems, and a proven track

Qualifications

• Strong technical background as vehicle technician / mechanic with proven diagnostic and repair experience.
• Proven experience in designing, delivering, and managing technical training programmes in an automotive or engineering environment.
• Experience with EV / high-voltage systems and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).
• Demonstrable success in improving workshop KPIs (e.g., first-time fix, productivity, quality metrics) through training interventions.
• Solid understanding of health & safety requirements in technical/workshop environments.
• Continuous improvement experience in a workshop setting.
• Excellent communicator who can engage technical and non-technical audiences.
• Have a passion for the Automotive industry.
• Valid UK driving licence Essential

Responsibilities

• Design, maintain, and continuously improve the technical training curriculum (MOT, EV/High-Voltage, diagnostics, service & repair, new model launches, etc.) aligned to retail operating model
• Work in partnership with Retail Operations to identify technical skill gaps and priority interventions
• Develop train-the-trainer capability to build confidence and consistency in delivery
• Manage the relationship with Delphi Academy and any third-party technical training providers
• Measure and report on technical training impact (e.g., reduction in come-backs, improved MOT pass rates, faster diagnostic times)
• Oversee train-the-trainer programmes so Regional Training Partners can deliver in-centre technical training confidently (e.g., Quality Checks)

Job description

Unknown Company in the UK automotive sector is seeking a Technical Training Manager to oversee all automotive technical training nationwide, with 80% remote work and 20% UK travel. Responsible for curriculum design (MOT, EV/High-Voltage, diagnostics, service & repair), trainer development, and external provider management.

The role reports to the Head of Retail Training and Apprenticeships and requires a strong engineering background, experience with EV/high-voltage systems, and a proven track