Job Description
Technical Instructor
Specialisms: Water Distribution Networks | Leakage | Water Treatment | Utilities Mains Laying and Repairs
Salary: £40,000 to £45,000 + Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits
Shape the Future of the Water Industry
Are you an experienced water industry professional ready to take the next step in your career? This is an opportunity to use your operational expertise to develop the next generation of skilled professionals across water distribution, leakage, treatment, and utilities infrastructure.
We are looking for someone with strong practical experience who is passionate about sharing knowledge, supporting learners, and raising industry standards. Whether you already have training experience or are new to teaching, full support will be provided to gain recognised training and assessment qualifications.
The Role:
You will design and deliver engaging, high quality training programmes to apprentices, technicians, and industry professionals across a range of water sector disciplines. Your focus will be on translating real world operational experience into practical learning that improves performance, safety, and competence.
You will work closely with employers and learners to ensure training is relevant, impactful, and aligned to industry standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver structured training across water distribution networks, leakage detection and control, water treatment processes, and mains laying and repair activities
Design learning materials that are practical, engaging, and aligned to qualification requirements
Assess learner competence both in training environments and within the workplace
Provide constructive feedback and coaching to support learner development
Maintain quality standards through collaboration with internal quality assurance teams
Build strong relationships with employers and stakeholders across the utilities sector
Monitor and continuously improve training content to reflect industry developments and best practice
Who We Are Looking For:
We welcome applicants with hands on experience in one or more of the following areas:
* Water distribution networks
* Leakage detection, reduction, and repair
* Water treatment operations
* Utilities mains laying and infrastructure repair
* Network maintenance and operational field work
You will also demonstrate:
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Confidence working with people at different experience levels
* Organisation and the ability to manage multiple priorities
* A commitment to high quality training and safety standards
* A collaborative and supportive approach to learning
Qualifications and Requirements
Essential:
* Relevant water industry experience
* Good literacy and numeracy skills
* Full UK driving licence
* Understanding of health and safety practices
Desirable but not essential:
* Training or teaching qualification
* Assessor qualification such as TAQA, A1, or equivalent
* Experience delivering apprenticeships or vocational qualifications
Full support will be provided to gain qualifications if required.
What You Will Receive
* Salary between £40,000 and £45,000 depending on experience
* Car allowance
* 31 days annual leave
* Pension scheme
* Funded professional development and qualifications
* A rewarding career supporting the future workforce of the water industry
Make a Real Impact
This role offers the chance to move beyond day to day operations and influence the skills, safety, and performance of the wider industry. Your experience can help shape careers, improve standards, and strengthen the future of essential infrastructure.
Apply now to be part of something meaningful.