Engineering Trainer at Gearbox

About this role

The job holder is responsible for supporting Mechanical/Mechatronic and/or Electrical engineering (technical) training, design and production within the Company.

Key responsibilities

• Assess training needs and certification requirements
• Create instructor materials including but not limited to: course outlines, background material, instructional materials, training aids, and training schedules
• Deploy training to training participants
• Conduct presentations and/or webinars to support remote learning and/or meetings
• Assist in the design of computer-based and multimedia curriculum
• Ensure the quality and consistency of course content throughout a course life cycle to ensure excellent end-use experience
• Manage the training program in accordance with business needs, training curriculum and Occupational Health and Safety requirements
• Plan and direct classroom training, electronic learning, multimedia programs, and other computer-aided instructional technologies, simulators, conferences and workshops
• Any other duties as may be assigned by your supervisor

Key qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in some or all of the below mentioned areas
  • Workplace safety and procedures
  • Workshop technology (fabrication and finishing)
  • Welding
  • CNC machine operation
  • Mechanical Computer Aided Design (CAD)
  • Human Centred Design (HCD)
• Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics
• Ability to perform related functions, including but not limited to:
  • understanding and following directions
  • reading and comprehension of schematic diagrams and manuals
  • reading gauges
  • knowledge of verbal and physical commands
  • maintenance and cleaning equipment
• Ability to react quickly in unexpected emergencies
• Demonstrable oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrable project management skills
• Kenyan citizen, or in possession of a valid Kenyan work permit
• Membership to relevant professional bodies is an added advantage

Key competencies

• Ability to follow instructions and successfully complete medium to high complexity tasks
• Ability to work in an environment with set operating standards, policies and procedures
• Ability to quickly adopt to a fast changing work environment
• Open to giving and receiving feedback;
• Focus on continuous improvement especially in technical instruction, verbal and written communication
• Display courage and pro-actively solves problems
• Ability to work under time pressure and meet deadlines
• Good interpersonal skills and willingness to work collaboratively with others