Technical Instructor in Land-based Service Engineering

Are you looking for the chance to join a specialist training team as a Technical Instructor in Land-based Service Engineering? This is an opportunity to become part of a supportive and forward-thinking environment, where your practical experience and passion for engineering will help shape the next generation of technicians.

The right Technical Instructor will have a solid foundation in agricultural or plant machinery and a desire to pass on their knowledge through engaging, hands-on training. This position is based at a purpose-built academy, with occasional travel across the UK to support apprentices and attend reviews.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver apprenticeship curriculum for land-based service engineering standards
• Develop course materials and blended learning resources for both face-to-face and virtual sessions
• Conduct practical and theory-based teaching tailored to individual learner needs
• Set and assess coursework, maintaining high expectations of learner performance
• Attend apprentice reviews to monitor progress, welfare and safety
• Continuously improve teaching quality through feedback and observation
• Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion across all learning environments

Desirable Skillset Includes

• Recent experience with agricultural and/or plant machinery
• Level 3 qualification in land-based engineering, mechanical engineering or related disciplines
• Knowledge of welding, fabrication and manual machining
• Experience in curriculum planning and apprenticeship delivery
• Confidence in delivering training to varied learner groups
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel for apprentice support
• Teaching and assessor qualifications (or willingness to undertake them)

What You Will Receive

• Very Competitive Salary
• Annual performance bonus, up to 14%
• 8% pension scheme and life assurance
• 24 days annual leave, rising with service
• Holiday purchase scheme and enhanced sick pay
• Opportunities for professional development and further qualifications
• A collaborative team culture focused on learner success and technical excellence

If you're passionate about engineering and want to make a meaningful impact through education, this role offers the perfect platform to do just that

To apply:

If this role is of interest and you would like more information, please call George Clayton on or email me at

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