Technical Trainer Automotive

ABL Recruitment; English (IN); On-site; USD 53,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ECOS Scheme

Life Insurance

Free Lunches

Job summary

ABL Recruitment seeks a Technical Trainer to join an automotive OEM network in the UK. Office-based role with occasional UK travel, delivering engaging training to dealers and technicians to keep them up to date with products, systems and diagnostic procedures.

You will develop materials, deliver classroom and digital training, and collaborate with engineering, diagnostics and Aftersales teams. IMI HV Level 3 is required; Level 4 is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering automotive technical training within an OEM or dealer network.
• Strong knowledge of diagnostic processes and aftersales operations.
• IMI High Voltage Level 3 qualification minimum; Level 4 is advantageous.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical training programmes across the dealer network.
• Develop training materials, online learning content and training courses.
• Provide technical expertise to internal departments; SME for aftersales.
• Maintain training equipment, workshop facilities and diagnostic tools.
• Develop and deliver new product, technical and Aftersales training.
• Collaborate with engineering/diagnostics teams to keep content up-to-date.
• Support dealer development initiatives and continuous improvements.
• Travel across the UK and internationally when required.

Skills

Automotive technical training

Presentation & communication

MS Office

Collaboration across departments

Organised & self-motivated

Education

IMI High Voltage Level 3

IMI Level 4 (advantageous)

Job description

Title: Technical Trainer

Salary: 40-50K + ECOS Scheme + Life Insurance + Free Lunches

MANDATORY CRITERIA: Candidates must have technical training experience working in the automotive industry, with a large dealer group or an OEM.

Location: Birmingham

Work Style: Office-based with occasional UK travel

Visa Sponsorship: Not Provided

This is a thrilling long-term opportunity for an experienced automotive trainer to join a growing OEM and play a key role in developing the technical capabilities of its dealer network as it continues to grow in today’s competitive climate. My client is looking for a Technical Trainer to deliver engaging training programmes that support both the business and its franchised retailers, helping ensure technicians remain up to date with the latest products, systems and diagnostic procedures.

This role is best suited to someone who enjoys hands‑on teaching, presenting to audiences and helping others develop their skills. You'll work closely with multiple departments across the business while supporting everything from classroom‑based technical training and dealer development through to new product training and digital learning content. For someone looking to represent a major automotive brand and have a direct impact on dealer performance, this is an excellent opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver technical training programmes across the dealer network, ensuring delegates receive engaging and high-quality learning experiences.
• Support the development of training materials, online learning content and product training courses.
• Provide technical expertise to internal departments and act as a subject matter expert across aftersales activities.
• Help maintain training equipment, workshop facilities and diagnostic tools to ensure effective course delivery.
• Support the development and delivery of new product, technical and Aftersales training programmes.
• Work closely with engineering, diagnostics and technical teams to keep training content accurate and up to date.
• Assist with dealer development initiatives and contribute to continuous improvements across the training function.
• Support training activities across the UK and internationally when required.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience delivering automotive technical training within an OEM, dealer group or automotive training environment.
• Strong understanding of automotive diagnostic processes, systems and aftersales operations.
• IMI High Voltage Level 3 qualification as a minimum, with Level 4 being advantageous.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to engage audiences of varying technical abilities.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with departments including Technical Support,
• Warranty, Parts, Customer Service and Engineering.
• Well-organised, self-motivated and comfortable managing multiple priorities.
• Willingness to travel throughout the UK and overseas when required.
• Professional, confident and capable of representing the brand to dealer partners and stakeholders.