Job Description
Our client, market leader in the South African Roadside Assistance Services, is currently recruiting a permanent position for a Technical Trainer, based in Gauteng.
The Technical Trainer is responsible for delivering technical training and assessments within the motor industry, ensuring learners and technical staff develop the knowledge and practical skills required to meet industry standards.
The role includes facilitating training programmes, developing course material, mentoring learners, and maintaining training equipment while ensuring administrative and reporting requirements are met.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Conduct technical training classes for internal and external delegates
Facilitate learnership training, assessments, and preparation programmes
Conduct technical assessments and compile learner progress reports
Provide technical training to technical support staff
Develop and update organisation-specific technical training material and courses
Research new technologies and trends within the motor industry
Mentor, coach, and support learners throughout training programmes
Ensure training administration is completed accurately and on time
Maintain training equipment and tooling in good working order
Maintain a professional and presentable image at all times
Perform additional duties as reasonably assigned
Minimum Requirements:
Education and Experience:
Qualified trade certification in Mechanical or Auto Electrical field (Automotive Electrician, Diesel Mechanic, or Automotive Motor Mechanic)
Assessor certification ESSENTIAL
Facilitation certificate advantageous
Training-related qualification advantageous
Minimum 5 years' experience as a qualified tradesman in relevant motor trades
Minimum 3 years' experience in technical training, facilitation, assessing, or coaching within the motor industry
Experience in developing technical training material advantageous
Valid driver's license ESSENTIAL
Willingness to qualify across multiple motor trade disciplines if required
Knowledge and Skills:
Strong technical expertise within the motor industry
Knowledge of training methods, learner support, and coaching techniques
Understanding of learning and motivation principles
Knowledge of administrative and record-keeping procedures
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Strong presentation and communication skills
Good interpersonal and conflict management skills
Ability to work with diverse teams and individuals
Strong diagnostic and technical problem-solving ability
Effective planning, organising, and time management skills
Ability to prioritise and work under pressure with minimal supervision
Strong teamwork and independent working capability
Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies and methods
High sense of urgency and accountability