Mechanical Machining/Fitting Coach

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Mechanical Machining / Fitting Coach

Location: Blackburn
Salary: Up to £33,000 per annum
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer looking for a rewarding career where you can inspire the next generation of engineers? If you're passionate about engineering and want to make a real difference, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

We are looking for a Mechanical Machining / Fitting Coach to support and develop Engineering Apprentices across Blackburn and the surrounding area.

The Role

As part of this role, you will manage a caseload of Engineering Apprentices and work closely with their employers, which include local SMEs as well as some of the UK's largest manufacturing organisations.

Your responsibilities will include:

Coaching, mentoring and supporting apprentices throughout their apprenticeship journey

Conducting regular face-to-face visits at employer sites

Building strong relationships with employers to ensure high-quality training and progress

Monitoring apprentice performance, progress, and development

Providing guidance, encouragement, and industry insight to help apprentices succeed

Due to the nature of the role, a full, clean driving licence is essential.

What We're Looking For

Essential: Level 3 qualification in Mechanical Engineering

Industry experience in mechanical machining and/or fitting

A passion for engineering and developing others

Strong communication and organisational skills

Teaching or training qualifications are not required - full funding and support will be provided for the right candidate to achieve these

What's on Offer

Salary up to £33,000 per year

28 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays

Opportunity to buy additional annual leave

Fully funded teaching and professional qualifications

Annual CPD day

12:30pm finish every Friday

Free onsite parking

Supportive working environment and long-term career development

And many more benefits

Important Notice

Dovetail and Slate is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, applicants, and clients to share this commitment.

This role may involve work with under 18's or vulnerable adults. Any appointment will be made subject to strict vetting and screening checks and receipt of a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. Dovetail and Slate Ltd acts as an Employment Agency (perm) and an Employment Business (temp/contract).

Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited ((phone number removed)) acts as an Employment Agency.

Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited ((phone number removed)) acts as an Employment Agency
Location:
Blackburn
Salary:
£30,000 - £33,000 /annum holidays, fully funding qualificatio
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering

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