Senior Technical Trainer in Barnsley

At Daimler Truck UK Ltd, we are responsible for the Sales and Marketing of Daimler Truck products across the UK, including Mercedes‑Benz Trucks—a brand globally recognised for quality, reliability, and innovation. Our vehicles support a wide range of industries, from logistics and retail to construction and long‑haul transportation, providing customers with efficient, safe and driver‑focused solutions. We are firmly committed to leading the future of sustainable transportation, with a strong focus on fuel efficiency, emissions reduction and enhanced safety across our product portfolio.

We have an opportunity for a Senior Technical Trainer reporting to the Head of Training. The role involves delivering high‑quality, engaging, customer‑centric technical training across the Daimler Truck network, ensuring truck technicians gain the skills and competence needed to achieve technical excellence and support the Technical Training Manager in fostering a collaborative learning culture. The role is primarily based at the Daimler Truck Academy in Derby, with flexibility to work from the Daimler Truck Training Centre in Barnsley and customer sites as required.

• Deliver high‑quality technical training covering diagnostic processes, systems, repair procedures, and Daimler Truck specific technologies for all network technician roles from Maintenance Technician to Diagnostic Technician and HV Specialist.
• Coach, assess, and support learners of varying skill levels, ensuring strong knowledge retention and competence.
• Adapt training delivery methods to meet learner needs, incorporating hands‑on, classroom, and digital learning techniques.
• Ensure training aligns with current Daimler Truck standards, legislative requirements, and industry best practices.
• Conduct assessments, practical evaluations, and ongoing learner feedback to ensure progress and qualification readiness.
• Support truck technicians and dealership staff in achieving competency and meeting programme requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation of attendance, assessment outcomes, and learner progress in line with internal and external standards.
• Achieve agreed average trainer delivery days to meet business requirements.

• Assist in updating and developing technical training materials, ensuring content remains current, accurate, and relevant.
• Collaborate with the Technical Training Manager to maintain training relevance for the UK market and address current technical topics.
• Implement effective new training content and innovative delivery methods to address knowledge gaps across the Dealer Network.
• Attend all relevant scheduled Trainer events hosted by HQ Training department and ensure successful UK Market rollout as directed.
• Implement improvements to enhance the delegate learning experience based on course feedback in collaboration with the Technical Training Manager.
• Provide subject‑matter expertise to enhance existing modules and support new course creation.
• Monitor technical trends, product updates and diagnostic developments to ensure training accuracy.

• Act as the training lead at our secondary training location in Derby, ensuring seamless operation and delivery capability as directed by the Technical Training Manager.
• Support with training coordination, facility readiness and equipment maintenance.
• Deputise for the Technical Training Manager when required and provide operational continuity across locations.
• Uphold and promote trainer adherence to safety standards, workshop protocols and compliance with awarding bodies, Daimler Truck guidelines.
• Foster a positive culture and training excellence, encouraging high standards, continuous learning and pride in development across all training environments.

• Adopt an open‑minded approach and promote a unified team culture.
• Embrace flexibility in adopting new methods and processes that enhance customer service and support broader Daimler Truck goals.
• Provide technical insight to support wider business initiatives, new product introduction and network capability development.
• Maintain coordinated and clear communication with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Participate positively in collaborative problem‑solving.

• Experienced HGV Technician with a strong diagnostic and repair background.
• Advanced understanding of HGV systems, including electrical, driveline, chassis and diagnostics.
• Preferred recognised teaching or assessing qualifications or demonstrable experience in a training role.
• Strong communication, coaching and presentation skills.
• Confidence to deliver training independently and adapt content to suit a range of learners.
• Solid working knowledge of digital learning platforms and training development tools.
• Basic proficiency in Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Highly organised with excellent administrative capability and a professional, learner‑focused approach.
• Proactive problem‑solver with a creative mindset.
• Full LGV licence required.
• Positive, supportive attitude and passion for developing others.

Competitive salary, a company car and a discretionary bonus structure. You’ll be able to join our pension scheme and benefit from a comprehensive package, including private medical insurance, 25 days’ annual leave plus public holidays, and a range of voluntary benefits that can be tailored to suit your lifestyle. We are committed to supporting your wellbeing, with access to colleague wellbeing resources including our Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders. We’re equally invested in your growth, providing the training, development and knowledge you need to reach your full potential.