Advanced Associate, Plant Trainer
Pearson
**Job Title:** Advanced Associate, Plant Trainer
**Description:** In this role, based at the Royal School of Military Engineering (RSME) in Wainscott, Kent, you will deliver high-quality, practical training to Regular and Reservist soldiers in the operation and maintenance of construction plant and in-service “C” Vehicles. The role aligns with market titles such as Plant Operator Trainer, Construction Plant Instructor, Engineering Plant Trainer, Heavy Equipment Instructor, or Technical Skills Trainer, and plays a vital role in ensuring learners are safe, competent, and operationally ready.
**The Role**
This role exists to equip military personnel with the practical skills, confidence, and technical competence required to operate and maintain specialist construction plant safely and effectively. You’ll wake up motivated by sharing your expertise, working hands-on with learners, and knowing your training directly supports operational capability.
In your first six months, your biggest impact will be delivering engaging, high-quality training, building strong learner relationships, and embedding safe, effective operating practices across courses.
What makes this opportunity different is the unique military training environment, the variety of equipment and learners you’ll work with, and the chance to contribute directly to the development of the next generation of military engineers.
**What You’ll Own**
Success in this role means learners are confident, competent, and ready to perform safely in operational environments.
You will own:
+ Delivery of engaging, high-quality training on construction plant and engineer equipment to Regular and Reservist soldiers
+ Preparation and maintenance of lesson plans, course materials, and assessments aligned to training objectives
+ Assessment of learner progress, providing clear, constructive feedback and ongoing support
You’ll also lead and contribute to:
+ Maintaining training equipment to ensure safety, compliance, and operational readiness
+ Accurate completion of course records, equipment logs, and fault reporting
+ Promoting a safe, inclusive, and professional training environment
+ Delivering training offsite in the UK or overseas when required
**About You**
You bring strong technical expertise, real-world operating experience, and a passion for developing others.
You bring:
+ A minimum of 5 years’ experience operating construction plant or similar heavy equipment
+ NPORS or CPCS certification (or willingness to obtain) relevant to the equipment delivered
+ A recognised teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one)
+ Full CAT C, G, and H driving licence
+ You’re someone who:
+ Takes pride in high standards, safety, and professionalism
+ Communicates clearly and confidently in practical training environments
+ Thrives in hands-on, team-based settings
+ Is committed to continuous professional development and maintaining industry competence
Desirable:
+ NPORS Tester qualification (or willingness to work towards it)
**What You’ll Get**
This role offers the opportunity to turn your operational expertise into a rewarding training career.
You’ll benefit from:
+ A competitive salary and benefits package
+ Structured training and ongoing professional development
+ Working within a respected national training partnership with the Ministry of Defence
+ A role with clear purpose and real-world impact on military capability
**Ready to Make an Impact?**
Apply now and help shape the future of military engineering training with Pearson TQ.
Please note: Interviews are scheduled to take place from 19 January 2026 onwards. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted closer to this date.
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**Job:** School Service Delivery
**Job Family:** LEARNING\_&\_CONTENT\_DELIVERY
**Organization:** Enterprise Learning & Skills
**Schedule:** FULL\_TIME
**Workplace Type:** On-site
**Req ID:** 21434
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