Group Technical Trainer

Full-Time | Permanent | Manchester

📍 Manchester, United Kingdom

Are you an experienced engineer with a passion for developing people and sharing technical knowledge?

JDR Recruitment is partnering with a leading engineering and energy solutions organisation to recruit a Group Technical Trainer.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically skilled professional to move into, or further develop within, a training-focused role where you will have a direct impact on the development of engineers, operational teams, and business-wide technical standards.

If you enjoy mentoring others, creating engaging learning content, and helping teams achieve excellence through training and development, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

The Opportunity

As Group Technical Trainer, you will play a key role in supporting the onboarding, development, and ongoing competence of engineering and operational personnel across the organisation.

Working closely with the Training & Development team, operational managers, and technical specialists, you will help develop, deliver, and continuously improve training programmes that support both individual development and organisational objectives.

You will contribute to the creation of engaging learning materials, practical training programmes, assessments, and competency frameworks while ensuring training remains aligned with evolving technologies, engineering standards, industry best practices, and compliance requirements.

This is a highly visible role with the opportunity to influence training strategy, drive continuous improvement, and support the growth of technical excellence throughout the business.

Key Responsibilities

Training Development & Delivery

• Develop and support technical training programmes for engineering and operational teams

• Create and maintain training manuals, presentations, assessments, e-learning modules, and practical training exercises

• Deliver technical training sessions to employees across multiple locations

• Support onboarding and development programmes for new starters

• Assist in the evaluation and assessment of employee competence and development needs

Content Creation & Continuous Improvement

• Update training materials to reflect new technologies, engineering standards, systems, and industry best practices

• Ensure training content remains accurate, engaging, and relevant

• Support continuous improvement initiatives across technical training programmes

• Monitor training effectiveness and recommend enhancements where required

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with departmental managers to align training objectives with business requirements

• Liaise with third-party training providers and external partners

• Support operational teams by identifying skills gaps and development opportunities

• Assist in the implementation of company-wide training initiatives

Compliance & Reporting

• Maintain accurate training records and documentation

• Support compliance with internal training procedures and ISO requirements

• Produce reports and training metrics to support business objectives

• Ensure training activities align with company standards and regulatory requirements

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications & Experience

✔ Degree, HND, or equivalent qualification in an Engineering discipline, including:

• Mechanical Engineering

• Electrical Engineering

• Manufacturing Engineering

• Systems Engineering

• Related Engineering Discipline

OR

✔ Equivalent practical engineering experience

Essential Skills & Knowledge

✔ Strong technical or operational experience within a relevant engineering environment

✔ Comprehensive understanding of engineering principles, including:

• Mechanical systems

• Electrical systems

• Manufacturing processes

• Automation technologies

• CAD/CAM systems

• Systems engineering

✔ Strong organisational and reporting skills with an understanding of training procedures and ISO requirements

✔ Experience using engineering tools, diagnostic equipment, and technical software

✔ Proven ability to coach, mentor, train, or support the development of others, whether formally or informally

✔ Practical experience working with relevant engineering equipment, systems, tools, and processes

✔ Ability to learn and apply structured training methodologies and competency assessment techniques

✔ Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to individuals at varying levels of experience

✔ Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including:

• Word

• Excel

• PowerPoint

✔ Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across multiple departments

✔ Full UK driving licence

Highly Desirable Experience

Candidates with knowledge or experience in any of the following areas will be particularly attractive:

⭐ Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

⭐ Gas Engine Technology

⭐ Diesel Engine Technology

⭐ Control Panels and Control Systems

⭐ Complex Electrical Wiring Diagrams

⭐ Switchgear Assemblies

⭐ Power Generation and Energy Systems

The Ideal Candidate

You will be:

⭐ Passionate about developing people and supporting career progression

⭐ Technically credible and confident delivering training to engineering professionals

⭐ Organised, methodical, and detail-focused

⭐ Comfortable presenting to groups and facilitating practical learning

⭐ Adaptable and willing to travel between operational sites, training venues, and customer locations

⭐ Committed to continuous professional development and ongoing learning

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary package

• 25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays

• Enhanced holiday entitlement based on length of service

• Company pension scheme with attractive employer contributions

• Private healthcare scheme

• Life insurance

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Ongoing investment in training and professional development

• Career progression opportunities

• Opportunity to shape and influence technical training across a growing organisation

• Collaborative and supportive working environment

Working Hours

Monday – Thursday: 8:30am – 5:00pm

Friday: 8:30am – 4:00pm

This role will require flexibility to travel and work across multiple locations, including operational sites, training facilities, and customer locations.

Apply Today

If you’re an experienced engineering professional with a passion for training, coaching, and developing technical talent, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV for a confidential discussion with JDR Recruitment.

Please note: Due to the volume of applications and the fast-moving nature of the market, this vacancy may close earlier than advertised. Early applications are encouraged.

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