Commercial Engineering Trainer Full time Birmingham based with regular travel & overnight stays Permanent Competitive salaries and excellent benefits including up to one day’s paid leave each year to undertake volunteering opportunities The Manufacturers’ Organisation | Make UK About Make UK At Make UK, we champion and celebrate British manufacturing and engineering

Through world-class training, innovation, and business support, we empower individuals and organisations to reach their full potential

Our Training Facilities in Aston are at the forefront of developing the next generation of skilled engineers and technical professionals

We are seeking a Senior Commercial Tutor to lead and deliver high-quality training across a range of engineering disciplines within our Commercial Upskilling environment

You will play a pivotal role in ensuring exceptional standards of teaching and learning, developing bespoke training programmes, and supporting the professional growth of both learners and staff

This role blends technical expertise, leadership, and a passion for developing others to achieve world-class results

Key Responsibilities Ensure high-quality teaching, learning and assessment standards, maintaining full compliance with Make UK and regulatory requirements

Act as the main point of contact for all commercial and upskilling training enquiries

Support the Commercial Manager in managing local budget centres and achieving financial and operational targets

Develop and deliver bespoke training packages to meet customer needs, both on-site and off-site

Conduct Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) activities, ensuring all documentation and standards are up to date

Plan and coordinate training programmes, staff, and resources efficiently

Manage day-to-day operations of the Commercial Training team, ensuring delivery excellence

Prepare and present performance reports, ensuring continuous improvement

Uphold all Health & Safety and welfare obligations across training delivery

Perform other reasonable duties as required to support the success of the department

About You An experienced technical tutor or engineer with a strong teaching background, proven leadership skills, and a drive to deliver outstanding learning experiences

Essential Qualifications & Experience Time-served apprentice with a Level 4 qualification or equivalent. NVQ Level 3 or higher in a relevant engineering discipline

Level 3 (or higher) teaching qualification (minimum PTLLS). A1 and V1 Assessor and Verifier qualifications

Broad subject knowledge across key areas such as: Machining, Mechanical Maintenance, CAD/CAM Mathematics, Pneumatics, Hydraulics Robotics, Automation, Welding Mechanical Principles, Engineering Materials, Business Systems Electrical and Electronic Principles, Health & Safety Technical & Professional Skills Strong understanding of training standards, assessment, and quality assurance

Proven experience managing and developing teams in a training or educational environment

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and delivering against KPIs

Commitment to safeguarding , equality , diversity , and continuous improvement

Personal Attributes Professional integrity and a logical, solution-oriented mindset

Inspires confidence, enthusiasm, and respect in others

Flexible and willing to travel for customer consultations and training delivery

Embodies Make UK’s values of excellence , collaboration , and innovation

Why Join Us? Be part of a respected national organisation shaping the future of UK industry

Work in a supportive environment committed to excellence and growth

Ready to inspire the next generation of engineers? Apply today and help us deliver world-class training that powers UK manufacturing forward

With over 125 years of experience, Make UK is a leading provider of essential business support and a champion for manufacturing industry in the UK

Make UK has the close ear of Government and is a trusted provider of essential services for world leading manufacturing companies across the country

Everything we do is designed to inspire British manufacturers to compete, innovate and grow

Make UK staff enjoy a good benefits package and values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community

Benefits to include, but not limited to: Free parking, meal service on site, no bank holiday/weekend work, flexible hours, health cover, matched pension contributions up to 8%, and life assurance

We are committed to supporting the Armed Forces Community and we recognise the contribution that Service personnel, both regular and reservist, veterans and military families make to our organisation and have pledged to support this by signing up to the Armed Forces Covenant

Our Values at Make UK: Inclusivity & Diversity, Integrity, Innovation, & Collaboration SAFEGUARDING INFORMATION This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974

It is therefore a mandatory requirement that the successful candidate agrees to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references

Individuals barred from working in this sector are reminded it is a criminal offence to submit an application.