Workshop Technology Trainer

 

Description:

Babcock International, a global leader in engineering services, is offering an exciting opportunity to join its team as a Workshop Technology Trainer at the Lyneham site in Swindon, Wiltshire. This is a permanent, full-time position, ideal for a skilled engineering professional looking to share expertise and train the next generation of military engineers.

In this role, you’ll play a vital part in delivering practical, hands-on training within the Defence School of Electronic and Mechanical Engineering (DSEME), which supports the Defence College of Technical Training.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver practical training to military engineering students, teaching core skills in hand tools, fitting, drilling, grinding, and workshop technology.
  • Develop and prepare training materials, including lesson plans, workbooks, handouts, and training aids.
  • Use modern Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) and contribute to the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).
  • Assist in technical administration, ensuring course materials, equipment, and teaching processes are up to date and aligned with latest technology and equipment advancements.
  • Support students throughout their training journey, offering guidance, feedback, and mentorship.
  • Continuously develop your own professional skills to stay current with emerging technologies and future training requirements.

Essential Experience:

  • Strong hands-on experience in:
    • Measuring and calibration equipment (e.g., gauge blocks, slip gauges).
    • Engineering drawing interpretation and manufacturing/fabrication to spec.
    • Fabrication using hand tools.
    • Bench fitting, milling, and turning.
  • Excellent craft/technical skills, combined with a passion for teaching and training.

Qualifications Required:

  • City & Guilds Level 3 (CGLI Part 3) or NVQ Level 3 in a relevant engineering field.

Security Clearance:

  • Candidates must meet requirements for Security Check (SC) clearance, due to the sensitive nature of the work.
  • Eligibility for clearance may be affected by factors such as nationality, residency, and citizenship history (further details can be found via the UK Government Security Vetting website).

Why Join Babcock?

  • Generous holiday allowance
  • Matched pension contribution scheme with life assurance
  • Access to Aviva DigiCare+ including Digital GP service, annual health checks, and nutritional consultations
  • Employee share scheme
  • Employee savings portal for shopping discounts
  • Professional fees paid
  • 10 days paid leave for reservists in the armed forces
  • Holiday trading options (buy/sell leave)
  • Dedicated Be Kind Day for volunteering at your chosen charity
  • Comprehensive development opportunities and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing.

About Babcock International:
Babcock has a proud history of over a century in defence, engineering, and critical services. Our mission is to defend nations, protect communities, and contribute to a sustainable future. We are a Disability Confident Employer, committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone thrives.

Organization Babcock International
Industry Engineering Jobs
Occupational Category Workshop Technology Trainer
Job Location Swindon,UK
Shift Type Morning
Job Type Full Time
Gender No Preference
Career Level Intermediate
Experience 2 Years
Posted at 2025-03-06 5:56 pm
Expires on 2025-04-20