Advanced Technical Trainer – Rail Engineering

About the role

Join one of the UK’s most advanced engineering training environments and deliver high‑quality rail engineering apprenticeship training. You will work within the Academy of Engineering, supporting learners on block‑release from their employers and helping them become industry‑ready professionals.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, develop and deliver Rail Engineering apprenticeship training that meets industry and accreditation standards.
• Lead learners through engaging theory, practical sessions and assessments.
• Conduct vocational assessments on‑site and off‑site for national programmes.
• Collaborate with the wider Engineering department to share expertise and support curriculum development.
• Provide guidance and support to apprentices and employer partners.
• Uphold health, safety, compliance and safeguarding standards in all delivery activities.

Required profile

• Industry experience in rail operations, maintenance or engineering.
• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Rail Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong teaching, training or mentoring abilities (teaching qualifications desirable but not essential).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of industry regulations, health and safety standards and relevant qualifications.
• Passion for innovation and inspiring the next generation of rail professionals.

Required skills

• Rail engineering

What we offer

• Welcome bonus of up to £5,000 in the first two years.
• Access to STEP payment of up to £5,000.
• Statutory sick pay, maternity, paternity, adoption and parental leave.
• Health Cash Plan and Reed Discount Club membership.
• Eye test and spectacle vouchers.
• Training and development opportunities through Reed Assessment Centre and Reed Learning.
• Referral bonus of up to £200 per successful referral.