Commercial Engineering Trainer
Full time
Birmingham based with regular travel & overnight stays
Permanent
Competitive salaries and excellent benefits including up to one day's paid leave each year to undertake volunteering opportunities
The Manufacturers' Organisation | Make UK
About Make UK
At Make UK, we champion and celebrate British manufacturing and engineering. Through world-class training, innovation, and business support, we empower individuals and organisations to reach their full potential. Our Training Facilities in Aston are at the forefront of developing the next generation of skilled engineers and technical professionals.
We are seeking a Senior Commercial Tutor to lead and deliver high-quality training across a range of engineering disciplines within our Commercial Upskilling environment.
You will play a pivotal role in ensuring exceptional standards of teaching and learning, developing bespoke training programmes, and supporting the professional growth of both learners and staff. This role blends technical expertise, leadership, and a passion for developing others to achieve world-class results.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure high-quality teaching, learning and assessment standards, maintaining full compliance with Make UK and regulatory requirements.
* Act as the main point of contact for all commercial and upskilling training enquiries.
* Support the Commercial Manager in managing local budget centres and achieving financial and operational targets.
* Develop and deliver bespoke training packages to meet customer needs, both on-site and off-site.
* Conduct Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) activities, ensuring all documentation and standards are up to date.
* Plan and coordinate training programmes, staff, and resources efficiently.
* Manage day-to-day operations of the Commercial Training team, ensuring delivery excellence.
* Prepare and present performance reports, ensuring continuous improvement.
* Uphold all Health & Safety and welfare obligations across training delivery.
* Perform other reasonable duties as required to support the success of the department.
About You
An experienced technical tutor or engineer with a strong teaching background, proven leadership skills, and a drive to deliver outstanding learning experiences.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
* Time-served apprentice with a Level 4 qualification or equivalent.
* NVQ Level 3 or higher in a relevant engineering discipline.
* Level 3 (or higher) teaching qualification (minimum PTLLS).
* A1 and V1 Assessor and Verifier qualifications.
* Broad subject knowledge across key areas such as:
* Machining, Mechanical Maintenance, CAD/CAM
* Mathematics, Pneumatics, Hydraulics
* Robotics, Automation, Welding
* Mechanical Principles, Engineering Materials, Business Systems
* Electrical and Electronic Principles, Health & Safety
Technical & Professional Skills
* Strong understanding of training standards, assessment, and quality assurance.
* Proven experience managing and developing teams in a training or educational environment.
* Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
* Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and delivering against KPIs.
* Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity, and continuous improvement.
Personal Attributes
* Professional integrity and a logical, solution-oriented mindset.
* Inspires confidence, enthusiasm, and respect in others.
* Flexible and willing to travel for customer consultations and training delivery.
* Embodies Make UK’s values of excellence, collaboration, and innovation.
Why Join Us?
* Be part of a respected national organisation shaping the future of UK industry.
* Work in a supportive environment committed to excellence and growth.
🔧 Ready to inspire the next generation of engineers?
Apply today and help us deliver world-class training that powers UK manufacturing forward.
With over 125 years of experience, Make UK is a leading provider of essential business support and a champion for manufacturing industry in the UK. Make UK has the close ear of Government and is a trusted provider of essential services for world leading manufacturing companies across the country. Everything we do is designed to inspire British manufacturers to compete, innovate and grow.
Make UK staff enjoy a good benefits package and values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Benefits to include, but not limited to: Free parking, meal service on site, no bank holiday/weekend work, flexible hours, health cover, matched pension contributions up to 8%, and life assurance.
We are committed to supporting the Armed Forces Community and we recognise the contribution that Service personnel, both regular and reservist, veterans and military families make to our organisation and have pledged to support this by signing up to the Armed Forces Covenant.
Our Values at Make UK: Inclusivity & Diversity, Integrity, Innovation, & Collaboration
SAFEGUARDING INFORMATION
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. It is therefore a mandatory requirement that the successful candidate agrees to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Individuals barred from working in this sector are reminded it is a criminal offence to submit an application.