Technical Trainer - VWG Calex UK Permanent / Full Time in Milton Keynes

When Technicians require the latest training and technology updates, it’s our Technical Trainers that provide them with what they need. Whether it’s from the minute learners walk through the door of the National Learning Centre or logging into their Virtual Classroom live in their Retailer, trainers deliver the skills and knowledge required for technicians to do their job to the best of their ability, inspiring them to be the best they can be.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver core technical and project‑based training programmes via a range of mediums including attended classroom and workshop sessions, virtual classroom, and film/live broadcasts.
• Develop new materials for the delivery of new Model Launch courses as well as keep current material up to date.
• Attend Volkswagen Factory branded events and Products Launches.

Ideal Technical Trainer:

• Hold a relevant technical qualification such as City and Guilds Levels 1, 2, 3 or a National crafts certificate.
• Have a good level of technical knowledge in particular around vehicle electrics and vehicle diagnosis.
• Have an embedded passion for the automotive industry.
• Have the ability to manage their own time.
• Be engaging and inspiring.
• Take your own learning journey to higher levels.
• Get involved with the team.
• Use your skills and knowledge to elevate training delivery.
• Adapt to fast‑paced changes.
• Be an all‑round person.
• Want to make a difference and provide a great learner experience.
• Be able to commute daily to Milton Keynes.

Company Overview:

Calex specialise in the design, development, and delivery of innovative learning programmes, predominantly within the automotive retail industry, including management, technical, aftersales and apprentice training. More recently we have begun working with forward‑thinking companies within the logistics, food & beverage, and pensions sectors to enhance their training proposition via the implementation of Virtual Learning Environments, Live Broadcasting and Social Learning Platforms. Our Corporate Vision is to 'Deliver inspirational, technology rich, fully integrated and personalised learning programmes that deliver beyond expectation' and we work in close partnership with our clients to identify and implement innovative and effective learning solutions. The Volkswagen Group UK National Learning Centre is the UK's largest automotive training facility. Located in Milton Keynes, the centre is home to the Group's training operations, developing our base of 26,000 retailer learners in the UK. Calex is the supplier of learning services, working in partnership with Volkswagen Group UK.

Place of Work: VGW National Learning Centre (NLC), Wymbush, Milton Keynes. There will also be times when it may be necessary to work from alternative locations such as (but not limited to) Calex offices, alternative VWG facilities and retailers, and other sites as necessary to perform the role, including international training venues in Germany, Spain or the Czech Republic.

Pre‑employment checks: Calex will undertake the relevant/standard employment checks with any successful candidate. This includes contacting all nominated referees, as well as checking candidate ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre‑employment checks (confirmation will be provided through the recruitment process). The nature of this role may necessitate that we undertake a DBS check.

Employment: The successful candidate will be employed by Calex UK (www.calexuk.com).

Core Values:

• Caring & Supportive
• Open & Honest
• Welcoming & Inclusive
• Collaborative & Inspiring
• Enjoyable & Rewarding
• Flexible & Adaptable
• Accountable & Reliable
• Healthy & Sustainable

Salary and Benefits:

£37,000 if you are new to training with an increase on successful completion of probation. Up to £39,270 for Service Trainer. Up to £40,290 for Diagnostic Trainer. Up to £42,000 for Senior Trainer. Up to £43,860 for Master Trainer. Experienced trainers will be aligned to the appropriate level from day one. Plus a car allowance of £328.50 per month (£3,942 per year). In addition, we will invest up to £10,000 (for new technical trainers) in your personal development within the first 18 months of employment, to include:

• Certificate in Training Delivery
• Certificate in Online Facilitation
• Certificate in Facilitation Factory (brand specific)
• Accreditation Induction
• Health & Safety Training
• IMI Assessor Accreditation

25 Days Annual Leave, Calex Employee Benefits Packages (Inc Private GP and Healthcare Services, High Street Discounts, Discounted Gym Memberships and on Demand 24 Hour Wellbeing Service (Counselling and Advice), Life Assurance, Pension, optional private Healthcare cover).

Contract: Permanent / Full Time.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday / 40 hours per week.