Technical Training Specialist - Car Manufacturer
Colin Pybus
Bedford, UK
about 2 months ago
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Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
£50,000.0 - £55,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Job source
Tech stack
Learning Management Systems
Microsoft Office
Elearning
Job description
- Develop and implement a structured technical training programme across the dealer network.
- Design and deliver engaging classroom and webinar-based training courses covering technical systems, product information, diagnostics, and industry knowledge.
- Collaborate with Regional Aftersales Managers and Technical Support teams to identify training requirements and develop tailored learning solutions.
- Create an inspiring and engaging training environment that encourages delegates to continue their professional development.
- Foster a culture of continuous learning and development throughout the Aftersales network.
- Lead the development and implementation of a Learning Management System (LMS) platform for the UK market.
- Manage training budgets and ensure activities are delivered within agreed financial parameters.
- Evaluate emerging technologies, tools, and equipment to improve training effectiveness and efficiency.
- Support additional Aftersales projects and departmental activities as required.
Requirements
- Enthusiastic, relatable, and highly motivated.
- Passionate about developing people and sharing technical knowledge.
- Able to inspire delegates and create a memorable training experience.
- Driven to achieve high standards and continuously improve training delivery.
- Comfortable engaging with technicians, managers, and stakeholders at all levels.
The hiring manager’s vision is to create a training environment where every attendee leaves feeling engaged, motivated, and committed to returning for further development opportunities.
Essential Requirements
- Minimum 5 years’ experience within the automotive industry.
- Significant hands-on Master Technician experience.
- Strong technical diagnostic capability.
- Level 4 Electric Vehicle (EV) knowledge and experience is essential.
- Experience creating and implementing training plans and development programmes.
- Knowledge of web-based learning platforms and modern training methodologies.
- Formal training or engineering qualifications, Master Technician status, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
- IMI-recognised training in hybrid and electric vehicle systems is highly desirable.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and electrical schematics.
- Strong customer focus and commitment to service excellence.
- Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Full, clean UK driving licence.
- Willingness to travel extensively and stay away from home when required.
Training Experience
Previous formal training experience would be advantageous but is not essential. Candidates with the right technical background, personality, attitude, and work ethic will be considered, with support available to develop their training and presentation skills.
Benefits & conditions
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- Employee discount
- Life insurance
- Company car
- Private dental insurance
- Company pension
- Private medical insurance, Salary: Up to £55,000 Basic + Annual Bonus + Tax Efficient Company Car, * Company car
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
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