Mechanical Engineer to Instructor in Hull

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Mechanical Engineer to InstructorLocation: HullJob Type: Full-time, PermanentSalary: £39,000 - £41,000 + BenefitsHours: Monday to Thursday 8:00am - 4:15pm, Friday 8:00am - 4:00pmAre you an experienced Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, Mechanical Fitter, Workshop Engineer, Plant Engineer, Field Service Engineer, HGV Technician, Crane Engineer or Heavy Plant Engineer looking for a more stable and rewarding career move?This is an excellent opportunity to step away from the tools and move into a full-time permanent Mechanical Engineering Instructor role in Hull.You do not need to be a qualified teacher to apply. If you have strong hands-on mechanical engineering experience and enjoy helping others learn, full support will be provided to help you develop into an instructor role.This could be a great move if you have trained apprentices, mentored junior engineers, supervised workshop teams, delivered toolbox talks, supported new starters or simply enjoy explaining practical engineering tasks to others.Whats in it for you?Salary of £39,328 - £40,990 depending on qualifications and experienceFull-time, permanent role42 days annual leave including bank holidaysMonday to Friday working hoursEarly finish on a FridayAnnual bonus payment, dependent on organisational performance7% employer pension contributionLife insurance at 4 x annual salaryPrivate healthcare after qualifying periodFree on-site parkingBranded workwearSupport to complete teaching, assessor or instructor qualificationsA stable career move away from shifts, breakdown pressure or constant site demandsOpportunity to pass your engineering experience on to the next generationThe roleAs a Mechanical Engineering Instructor, you will use your real industry experience to train apprentices and adult learners in practical mechanical engineering.You will help learners understand how engineering works in the real world, covering safe workshop practice, mechanical maintenance, hand tools, machining, hydraulics, pneumatics and fault finding.The role will involve:Teaching practical mechanical engineering skillsDemonstrating safe use of hand tools and workshop equipmentSupporting learners with planned and reactive maintenance principlesExplaining mechanical fault finding and repair methodsDemonstrating lathe, milling and workshop-based skillsSupporting learners with hydraulics and pneumaticsHelping apprentices build confidence, discipline and safe working habitsGiving clear guidance, feedback and supportBringing real examples from industry into the workshopTravelling between training sites and employer sites when requiredWe are looking forThis role would suit an experienced hands-on mechanical professional from backgrounds such as:Mechanical Maintenance EngineerMaintenance EngineerMechanical EngineerMechanical FitterMechanical TechnicianWorkshop EngineerField Service EngineerPlant EngineerHeavy Plant EngineerHGV TechnicianCommercial Vehicle TechnicianCrane EngineerMarine EngineerProcess TechnicianEngineering SupervisorShift Team Leader with strong mechanical experienceExperience from manufacturing, process plant, heavy engineering, ports, marine, cranes, commercial vehicles, industrial maintenance, plant, mechanical fitting or workshop environments would be highly relevant.Experience requiredWe are looking for experience in some or all of the following:Mechanical planned and reactive maintenanceMechanical fault finding, repair and problem solvingHydraulics and/or pneumaticsSafe use of hand tools and workshop equipmentLathe and/or milling machine operationWorkshop practice, fitting, machining or mechanical assemblyHealth and safety practices and proceduresCoaching, mentoring, supervising or supporting less experienced colleaguesEssential requirementsLevel 3 Engineering qualification or equivalentStrong practical mechanical engineering experienceGood communication and interpersonal skillsBasic computer confidenceFull UK driving licenceAccess to your own vehicle, as public transport is not practical for site travelRight to work in the UK without visa sponsorshipNo teaching qualification is required to apply. The right candidate will be supported to develop the necessary instructor, teaching or assessor skills.Why apply?This is not just another mechanical engineering job.It is a chance to use your hands-on experience in a more stable, structured and rewarding environment.

You will be helping apprentices and adult learners develop the technical skills, safety standards and confidence they need to succeed in industry.If you are an experienced mechanical professional who enjoys explaining, mentoring or developing others, this could be an excellent next step.Apply today with your CV to be considered for this Mechanical Engineer to Instructor role in Hull.Relevant backgrounds may include: Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Mechanical Fitter, Mechanical Technician, Workshop Engineer, Field Service Engineer, Plant Engineer, Heavy Plant Engineer, HGV Technician, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Crane Engineer, Marine Engineer, Process Technician, Engineering Supervisor, planned maintenance, reactive maintenance, fault finding, hydraulics, pneumatics, lathe, milling, machining, hand tools, workshop skills, apprenticeships, mentoring, coaching, health and safety, Level 3 Engineering, Hull and East Yorkshire.TPBN1_UKTJ