Mechanical Maintenance / Fluid Power Instructor
Location: Gloucester
Salary: £34,000 (rising to £38,000 on completion of training qualifications)
Hours: 36.25 per week – Mon–Thu 08:00–16:15, Fri 08:00–13:15
Holidays: 25 days + bank holidays + your birthday off
Are you an experienced engineer with a passion for sharing your expertise and developing the next generation of mechanical maintenance technicians? We are seeking a Mechanical Maintenance / Fluid Power Instructor to join a specialist engineering training team in Gloucester.
The Role
You will deliver high-quality practical and theoretical training in pneumatics and fluid power systems, utilising purpose-built training aids to teach learners key skills and underpinning knowledge. The role also includes teaching elements of PLC control.
As this area of training is not full-time, you will also provide instruction in broader maintenance and mechanical skills, including:
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Safe and effective use of basic hand tools
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Precision measurement techniques using micrometers, verniers, surface finish gauges, and radius gauges
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Assessing learner work against engineering drawings and providing constructive feedback
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Conducting knowledge assessments and supporting learners to develop understanding and confidence
What They Are Looking For
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Strong background in mechanical maintenance or fluid power engineering
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Practical experience of pneumatics and associated control systems
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Confidence in teaching, mentoring, or supervising apprentices or trainees (instructional experience desirable but not essential)
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Proactive approach to learning and developing instructional skills
Training & Development
They will fully support you to achieve your teaching and assessment qualifications:
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AET (Award in Education and Training) – pay rise to £35,000 on completion (typically 6 months)
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AVA (Assessing in the Workplace) – further increase to £38,000 once complete (typically 9–12 months)
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Both courses delivered in-house and fully funded
Why Join?
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Structured professional training and clear career progression
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Generous holiday allowance plus your birthday off
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Friendly, professional environment focused on high-quality engineering training
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Excellent work-life balance with early finish on Fridays
If you are a skilled engineer who enjoys helping others grow and succeed, we want to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step from hands-on engineering to hands-on teaching