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Come Off the Tools. Build the Next Generation of Fire & Security Engineers.
Technical Tutor | Training Academy, | £50,000 - £55,000 per annum
You've spent years on site. You've commissioned the systems, fixed what others couldn't and learned things no textbook teaches. Now imagine passing all of that on.
Our client, the UK's leading security company, is looking for an experienced Fire & Security engineer to step off the tools and into the classroom at their training academy in Derby. You'll turn your hard-earned knowledge into the skills, confidence and professionalism of their apprentices, and shape the future of the industry.
Why this role?
- Your experience is the qualification. They want someone who has done the job and can show apprentices what good looks like.
- Build engineers from the ground up. You'll train apprentices to the FESS Level 3 Standard and see them grow from trainees into capable, confident engineers.
- Leave a legacy. Employees who started as trainees now head up key departments. You could be the person who gave them that start.
- Help shape the Academy. You'll have a real voice in how training is developed, including new commercial training modules.
What you'll do
- Train and coach apprentices to the FESS Level 3 Standard
- Deliver engaging classroom and online technical training in Fire & Security Systems
- Develop learning materials that bring real-world installation and commissioning experience to life
- Create and promote commercial training modules
- Mentor and develop apprentices, offering career advice and supporting apprentice recruitment
- Work closely with the Management Team to achieve the Academy's development goals
- Engage with external clients and agencies
- Keep the Academy running smoothly, including quality assurance compliance and learner documentation
What you'll bring
- Solid, hands-on experience installing Fire & Security systems. This is essential.
- A genuine desire to coach, mentor and inspire people early in their careers
- Confident verbal and written communication
- Good IT skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong organisation and time management, and the ability to juggle competing priorities in a busy environment
You don't need to have taught before. xgikmsk If you've trained junior engineers, led a team or been the person colleagues come to with questions, you're already halfway there.
What you'll get
£50,000 - £55,000 per annum, plus:
- 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Subsidised private medical cover after probation
- Sick pay that increases with length of service
- Annual season ticket loan and interest-free company loan
- Cycle to Work and Home & Tech schemes (up to £2k Please click on the apply button to read the full job description
Fire and Security Tutor employer: FS Recruitment Services
Join a leading fire and security contractor that values craftsmanship and offers an exceptional benefits package, including a competitive salary of up to £65,000, bonuses, and comprehensive training on Gent systems. With a strong focus on employee growth and a supportive work culture, you'll have the opportunity to work on diverse installation projects across the UK, ensuring your skills are recognised and rewarded. This is more than just a job; it's a chance to be part of a team that genuinely invests in your professional development and success.
