Job summary

Are you a Survival Equipment specialist? Are you looking to pivot your career into a training role? Then look no further...

Key skills required for this role

Defence, Assessing, Apprenticeships, Training,Survival Equipment

Important

Must have the relevant experience

Job description

My client is a leading player in the defence world and they are looking for a Survival Equipment Specialist who wants to help train and mentor the next generation. They create supportive and engaging environments for their employees, offering excellent career progression and learning opportunities to help you achieve your full potential.

Position Overview: We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced survival equipment specialist to join the team as a Lead Trainer / Assessor. In this role, you will have the exciting opportunity to share your knowledge and expertise with future survival equipment specialists. Based at RAF Shawbury, you will play a pivotal role in designing and delivering training packages while ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. Your dedication to promoting workplace health and safety and fostering inclusivity will contribute to their mission of creating a safe and secure world.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, develop, and deliver survival equipment training packages to meet NVQ Level 3 extended diploma requirements in aeronautical engineering (survival equipment maintenance).
• Manage the implementation of NVQ Level 3 in survival equipment maintenance, including student and NVQ assessor elements.
• Deliver and assess survival equipment training to trainees at RAF Shawbury, ensuring they achieve their Level 3 NVQ standard through high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment.
• Maintain and update training courseware in response to new requirements, feedback, and policy changes.
• Monitor trainee progress, identify support needs, and provide feedback for improvement.

Experience Required:

• Formal engineering training in RAF Trade Group 13 or equivalent.
• Some experience in course design and contribution to training course development.
• Knowledge of military technical publications, documents, and procedures.
• A training qualification is advantageous
• NVQ assessment experience would be advantageous
• SC clearance or ability to obtain it.
• Excellent IT skills.

Skills Profile:

• Personal integrity, confidence, and leadership.
• Strong planning, organizational, and communication skills.
• Passion for teaching and learner success.
• Flexibility and personal responsibility.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits:

• Holiday Entitlement: 25 days, plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme with matched employee contributions.
• Employee Share Scheme.
• Employee assistance programme providing confidential support.
• Professional memberships, personal development, and training opportunities.
• Up to ten days special paid leave for reservists.

My client values diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can demonstrate the required level of experience and impact. Join them in building an inclusive workplace as they strive to create a safer world.

Apply now and be part of a team dedicated to making a difference by sending a copy of your up to date CV to Katharine Winter at Barclay Meade.