Stevenage
£32,000 - £35,000 + Full Training + £6,000 Bonus + Progression to £42,000+ + Excellent Pension + Mileage + 34 Days Holiday
Are you a mechanical engineer, fitter or machinist looking to come off the tools and move into a structured, less pressured environment?
Do you want to play a key role in building a brand-new workshop and shaping the next generation of engineers from day one?
This is a rare opportunity to join a highly regarded education provider as they launch a new mechanical engineering provision, investing in a fully equipped, modern workshop.
You'll be part of something from the ground up starting with Level 1 & 2 learners, with a clear roadmap to delivering Level 3 programmes as the provision grows. As this develops, your salary will increase to over £42,000, recognising your progression and impact.
The organisation has a strong reputation within engineering training, known for quality delivery, investment in staff, and creating genuine career pathways. They will fully support you with all teaching and training qualifications-so no prior teaching experience is required.
This role is ideal for someone with a background in milling, turning, fitting or general mechanical engineering who wants to step away from the tools into a role where you can coach, mentor and develop future talent.
You'll be based in a workshop environment, delivering hands-on training and supporting learners to build real, practical engineering skills not stuck in a classroom all day.
Alongside this, you'll benefit from a strong work-life balance, excellent holiday allowance, and access to the government Levelling Up scheme (£6,000 bonus).
The Role
*Delivering hands-on mechanical workshop training (milling, turning, fitting)
*Supporting learners at Level 1 & 2 initially, progressing to Level 3 delivery
*Helping set up and develop a brand-new workshop facility
*Coaching, mentoring and developing learners' practical skills
*Full teacher training and qualifications provided
*Monday to Friday position with excellent benefits
The Person
*Background in mechanical engineering (milling, turning, fitting or similar)
*Level 3 qualification (or equivalent experience) in a mechanical discipline
*Keen to move off the tools into a training/teaching role
*Passion for developing others and sharing industry knowledge
*Based within commutable distance of Stevenage.
Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.
The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.
We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates
Salary description
£35000.00 - £35000.00 per year