Technical Training Lead

Technical Training Lead

Shape the Future of Rail Engineering Excellence

Are you passionate about developing people as much as you are about technology?

Do you thrive on transforming complex engineering concepts into engaging learning experiences that make a real operational impact?

We’re looking for a Technical Training Lead to join our Rail UK Training & Competence team and play a pivotal role in building the next generation of technical capability across our UK fleets.

This is more than a training role. It’s an opportunity to create a lasting legacy by developing industry-leading technical learning programmes that support the safe operation, maintenance and continual improvement of modern rolling stock.

About the Role

As Technical Training Lead, you will be at the forefront of technical learning and workforce development, designing and delivering innovative training solutions that ensure our operational teams have the skills, knowledge and confidence to perform at the highest level.

Working closely with the Training & Competence Manager, engineering specialists, project teams and customers, you will develop a centralised technical training framework that supports multiple fleets and operational projects across the UK.

From vehicle familiarisation and advanced system training to digital learning content and competency development, your work will have a direct impact on operational excellence, safety and performance.

What You’ll Be Doing

Design World-Class Technical Training

• Develop and implement a centralised technical training framework across UK operations.
• Create engaging training programmes covering:
  • Traction systems
  • Braking systems
  • Control systems
  • Signalling interfaces
  • Maintenance and overhaul procedures
  • Vehicle familiarisation
• Build and maintain a comprehensive technical training library.
• Develop innovative e-learning solutions, multimedia resources and blended learning programmes.
• Collaborate with engineering experts, project teams and industry partners to create high-quality learning content.

Drive Workforce Capability

• Lead technical skills gap analyses across operational teams.
• Identify future workforce capability requirements.
• Support the development of competency frameworks and technical career pathways.
• Help shape learning strategies that support both business objectives and employee development.

Improve Performance Through Learning

• Monitor technical incidents and operational trends to identify training opportunities.
• Develop targeted learning interventions that address performance and competency gaps.
• Ensure training remains relevant to emerging technologies, customer needs and operational challenges.

Champion Continuous Improvement

• Evaluate training effectiveness through feedback, assessments and performance data.
• Review and update learning content to ensure alignment with industry standards and best practice.
• Promote innovative learning methodologies and modern training technologies.

What We’re Looking For

Essential

✔ Level 3 qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

✔ Level 4 teaching/training qualification (such as CTLLS) or Level 3 qualification with significant proven experience

✔ Experience designing and delivering technical training programmes

✔ Strong instructional design capability and experience using digital authoring tools

✔ Proven experience delivering training within the rail industry or another technically complex, highly regulated sector

✔ Strong understanding of rolling stock systems, including:

• Traction
• Braking
• Signalling
• Train control systems

✔ Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS)

✔ Knowledge of competency-based training and assessment frameworks

✔ Understanding of relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements

Desirable

➕ Level 4 Engineering qualification

➕ Workplace Assessor qualifications such as:

• CAVA
• A1
• D32/D33
• NVQ Assessor

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to combine your engineering expertise with your passion for learning and development.

You’ll have the chance to:

• Influence technical capability across multiple UK fleets
• Create innovative digital learning solutions
• Work alongside industry-leading engineering experts
• Help shape future workforce skills and career pathways
• Make a tangible contribution to operational performance and safety
• Be part of a team committed to excellence, innovation and continuous improvement

Who You Are

You’re an experienced technical trainer, engineer or learning professional who enjoys turning technical complexity into practical understanding.

You are equally comfortable discussing traction systems with engineers, designing engaging e-learning modules, analysing competency gaps and presenting to operational teams.

Above all, you’re passionate about developing people and ensuring technical excellence remains at the heart of everything we do.

Ready to help build the future of rail expertise? We’d love to hear from you.