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Technical Instructor - Agricultural Engineering
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Technical Instructor - Agricultural Engineering
Technical Instructor (Mid-level) – Agriculture Machinery Training
CLAAS UK – Saxham
Company Background
CLAAS UK Ltd in Saxham provides essential support for their dealer network across the UK and Ireland, covering sales, service, parts, IT, marketing, and accounts. As the sole wholesale distributor of all CLAAS machinery in these regions, this brand-new state-of-the-art headquarters (opened 2020) fosters a collaborative, family-focused environment where employee well-being is a core priority.
"Our work ethos is built on trust and mutual respect."
The Role: Technical Instructor (Mid-level)
Professional Level: Professionals Key Area: Sales & Training Salary: £37,000 – £49,000 (depending on experience) Bonus: Non-contractual 14% annual performance bonus
Join our CUK Academy Team as the Technical Instructor, responsible for independently designing and delivering technical training on Service Engineering for agricultural machinery. This is a role for someone with deep technical knowledge and strong teaching ability, ensuring impactful learning outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Training Course Development
- Plan and design agricultural machinery and engineering-related training for both face-to-face and virtual delivery.
- Develop and update training materials to align with current products, processes, and industry standards.
- Sustain continuous improvement through feedback and industry advancements.
- Assist with global academy initiatives.
Training Course Delivery
- Teach and assess delegates on technical aspects of machinery and technologies.
- Facilitate safety-conscious, engaging training environments.
- Ensure adherence to health, safety, and safeguarding standards.
- Promote diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities in all training interactions.
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Stakeholder Engagement
- Provide technical guidance and support to delegates throughout training.
- Collaborate with product development and service teams to validate content accuracy.
- Build strong professional relationships with external stakeholders—delegates, customers, and farm dealers.
Continuous Professional Development
- Maintain expertise in agricultural machinery (specialising in tractors, foragers, or related products).
- Engage in ** ongoing training** and pursue teaching qualifications.
Your Profile
Experience
- Experience in agricultural engineering or related engineering fields.
- Training delivery experience is a strong advantage, though not obligatory.
- Passion for the agricultural industry and its evolving challenges.
Skills & Knowledge
- Qualified with a Level 3 in Land-Based Engineering or equivalent apprenticeship/specialist degree.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Teams, PowerPoint, Excel).
- Strong awareness of health and safety regulations and workflows.
- Ability to work autonomously whilst contributing effectively to a team.
Communication & Mindset
- Positive, adaptable attitude and resilience to changing requirements.
- Approachable and confident—ideal for supporting learners.
- Excellent communication skills to engage with cross-functional teams and external contacts.
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Organisational Strengths
- Self-motivated, capable of managing workloads and prioritising tasks to meet deadlines.
- Attentive to detail and focus to quality.
Why Work Here?
Work-Life Balance & Benefits
- Modern off-A14 headquarters with free parking.
- Ergonomic sit-stand desks for comfort.
- On-site subsidised restaurant.
- 24 annual leave days, gradually increasing by one day annually (capped at 28 days) with the option to carry over unspent leave. Holiday purchase scheme available (extend to 30 paid days).
- Defined Contribution Pension (with employer 8% contribution).
- Life assurance up to 4x annual salary.
- Free eye tests with financial support for glasses.
- Employee Assistance Programme (free legal/personal support).
- Industry-leading sick pay and Christmas closure.
Other Perks
- Discounted EE and Microsoft products.
- Rewarding family-owned company – Every team member is crucial to success.
- Exclusive insights into our international CLAAS working world [@clause Instagram | LinkedIn].
Next Steps
Informal chat? Contact Joe Bonito (Head of Academy & Apprentice Program) on 07788 314227.
Apply today – Let’s discuss how you see yourself making a meaningful impact in agricultural technology training.
For Applications
Julie Christine White CLAAS UK Ltd. 📞 (+44) 01284 777733
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