At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver hands-on training in a unique heavy-industrial environment, supporting new and experienced employees.
- Company: Join Boulby Mine's Training & Competence Team, a leader in heavy industry.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a chance to shape the future of training.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a supportive and innovative team.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by enhancing safety and skills in a dynamic mining environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in heavy industry and a passion for training and development.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
We are looking for an experienced operator, supervisor, engineer, or trainer to join our Training & Competence Team at Boulby Mine.
You will deliver hands‑on training across mobile plant, engineering, safety and process operations, supporting new starters and experienced employees in one of the UK's most unique heavy‑industrial environments.
The Technical Trainer supports the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of training across CPL operations, covering safety, engineering, process plant, mobile plant, and management.
The role ensures employees – both new starters and those transferring departments – receive high‑quality, compliant, and effective training aligned with organisational needs, national occupational standards, and regulatory requirements.
The post holder maintains professionalism, contributes to a strong learning culture, and provides expert support to line managers and the wider workforce.
Responsibilities
Safety
- Organise and deliver Health & Safety training where competent and qualified.
- Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of learners within training environments.
Training Design, Delivery & Evaluation
- Contribute to the analysis, design, delivery and evaluation of training and development activities across operational areas.
- Produce training manuals, modules and SOPs for all operational departments.
- Develop training interventions aligned with National Occupational Standards and applicable legislation.
- Evaluate learning and development activities and provide input into budget submissions.
Planning & Coordination
- Plan and coordinate company inductions for new starters or departmental movers.
- Develop individual, team and company learning plans.
- Plan training in partnership with line managers and the training team while minimising operational disruption.
Operational & Development Support
- Support line managers in meeting training needs and provide guidance on best practice.
- Work within established learning and development strategies and policies.
- Prioritise workload, manage time effectively and determine the most appropriate learning activities for specific needs.
Communication
- Attend weekly safety meetings and training meetings.
- Communicate with line managers, employees, the training team and external training providers regarding training plans and progress.
Information Management
- Input and maintain training records in hard copy and in LMS systems.
- Use the LMS to communicate information, gather data and run compliance reports.
- Maintain confidentiality and ensure all information is handled according to policy.
- Keep up to date with developments in learning and development.
Financial Awareness
- Work within learning and development budget constraints.
- Contribute to budgeting through evaluation and forward planning of training needs.
Experience
- Working within heavy industrial environments such as mining, processing, manufacturing or engineering.
- Understanding of mobile plant training, engineering standards and process plant requirements.
- Experience using IT‑based record systems.
Qualifications
- Level 2 Skills for Life (Numeracy, Literacy, ITQ) or GCSE equivalent/higher.
- Certificate in Training Practice or similar.
- IOSH Managing Safely.
- A1 Assessor Award (desirable) or equivalent.
- Willingness to achieve required qualifications within a reasonable timeframe.
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At Boulby Mine, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work in one of the UK's most distinctive heavy-industrial environments. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our robust training programmes and a strong learning culture that fosters professional development. With a focus on safety and compliance, we ensure that our team members receive high-quality training while enjoying a supportive work environment that values their contributions.
