Pearson
Brompton, Yorkshire
Specialist, Service Provider Mechanical Training In this role, you will deliver specialist mechanical engineering training to Military Engineers, equipping soldiers with the technical expertise and confidence to maintain and repair critical equipment. This role aligns to industry-level titles such as Mechanical Engineering Instructor, Plant Maintenance Trainer, Defence Technical Trainer, or Engineering Lecturer (Mechanical). Location: Royal School of Military Engineering (RSME) The Role At Pearson, we help people make measurable progress through learning. In this role, your impact will be tangible - you'll shape the technical capability of the next generation of Military Engineers. As a Mechanical Training Instructor, you will deliver high-quality, hands on training across C Vehicles and Engineer Construction Plant equipment. You'll translate complex mechanical systems into practical, applied learning that builds competence, safety awareness and operational confidence. In your first six months, you'll establish credibility with learners, deliver engaging instruction aligned to Defence standards, and contribute to maintaining a safe, high-performing training environment. What makes this opportunity different is the purpose behind the training. Your work will directly support national capability, operational readiness and the professional growth of soldiers serving across the UK Armed Forces. What You'll Own This role is about delivering excellence in technical instruction and learner development. You will: Deliver engaging, technically accurate training on the maintenance and repair of in-service C Vehicles and Engineer Construction Plant equipment. Teach core mechanical engineering topics including transmissions, steering, suspension, braking systems, hydraulics, electrical and electronic systems, fault diagnosis, bench fitting, and workshop management. Assess and mark learner performance in line with military and awarding body standards. Maintain accurate training documentation, equipment records and learning materials. Uphold high standards of safety, welfare and professionalism in workshop and classroom settings. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support departmental objectives, including deputising for the Section Leader where required. Success in this role means confident, competent learners who are technically capable, safety conscious and ready to perform in demanding operational environments. About You You bring strong mechanical engineering expertise and a commitment to developing others. You have: A Level 3 Mechanical Engineering qualification (Engineering Maintenance or similar). City & Guilds 620 Pt III or Military Trained Fitter (or equivalent). Experience working with plant vehicles and/or heavy equipment. A Professional Teaching Certificate - or the willingness to achieve one. A commitment to Defence Instructional Techniques and ASLS Instructor training. Category C, G & H licences (or willingness to obtain where acceptable). You're someone who: Communicates clearly and confidently in practical training environments. Maintains high standards of safety, discipline and professionalism. Takes pride in developing others and seeing learners progress. Thrives in structured, standards-driven environments. Desirable experience includes NVQ Assessor/Verifier qualifications, prior instructional experience, or a military background. What You'll Get This is an opportunity to combine technical expertise with meaningful impact. You'll: Shape the learning journey of future Military Engineers. Work within a structured Defence aligned training environment. Access professional development, including teaching and assessor qualifications. Be part of a collaborative, mission led organisation committed to learner success. Contribute directly to operational effectiveness and national capability. At Pearson, we value integrity, professionalism and continuous improvement. In this role, your expertise won't just maintain equipment - it will build confidence, capability and careers. Ready to Make an Impact? Apply now and help power progress - supporting those who serve through exceptional engineering training. Who we are: At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realise the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. We are Pearson. Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing .
Specialist, Service Provider Mechanical Training In this role, you will deliver specialist mechanical engineering training to Military Engineers, equipping soldiers with the technical expertise and confidence to maintain and repair critical equipment. This role aligns to industry-level titles such as Mechanical Engineering Instructor, Plant Maintenance Trainer, Defence Technical Trainer, or Engineering Lecturer (Mechanical). Location: Royal School of Military Engineering (RSME) The Role At Pearson, we help people make measurable progress through learning. In this role, your impact will be tangible - you'll shape the technical capability of the next generation of Military Engineers. As a Mechanical Training Instructor, you will deliver high-quality, hands on training across C Vehicles and Engineer Construction Plant equipment. You'll translate complex mechanical systems into practical, applied learning that builds competence, safety awareness and operational confidence. In your first six months, you'll establish credibility with learners, deliver engaging instruction aligned to Defence standards, and contribute to maintaining a safe, high-performing training environment. What makes this opportunity different is the purpose behind the training. Your work will directly support national capability, operational readiness and the professional growth of soldiers serving across the UK Armed Forces. What You'll Own This role is about delivering excellence in technical instruction and learner development. You will: Deliver engaging, technically accurate training on the maintenance and repair of in-service C Vehicles and Engineer Construction Plant equipment. Teach core mechanical engineering topics including transmissions, steering, suspension, braking systems, hydraulics, electrical and electronic systems, fault diagnosis, bench fitting, and workshop management. Assess and mark learner performance in line with military and awarding body standards. Maintain accurate training documentation, equipment records and learning materials. Uphold high standards of safety, welfare and professionalism in workshop and classroom settings. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support departmental objectives, including deputising for the Section Leader where required. Success in this role means confident, competent learners who are technically capable, safety conscious and ready to perform in demanding operational environments. About You You bring strong mechanical engineering expertise and a commitment to developing others. You have: A Level 3 Mechanical Engineering qualification (Engineering Maintenance or similar). City & Guilds 620 Pt III or Military Trained Fitter (or equivalent). Experience working with plant vehicles and/or heavy equipment. A Professional Teaching Certificate - or the willingness to achieve one. A commitment to Defence Instructional Techniques and ASLS Instructor training. Category C, G & H licences (or willingness to obtain where acceptable). You're someone who: Communicates clearly and confidently in practical training environments. Maintains high standards of safety, discipline and professionalism. Takes pride in developing others and seeing learners progress. Thrives in structured, standards-driven environments. Desirable experience includes NVQ Assessor/Verifier qualifications, prior instructional experience, or a military background. What You'll Get This is an opportunity to combine technical expertise with meaningful impact. You'll: Shape the learning journey of future Military Engineers. Work within a structured Defence aligned training environment. Access professional development, including teaching and assessor qualifications. Be part of a collaborative, mission led organisation committed to learner success. Contribute directly to operational effectiveness and national capability. At Pearson, we value integrity, professionalism and continuous improvement. In this role, your expertise won't just maintain equipment - it will build confidence, capability and careers. Ready to Make an Impact? Apply now and help power progress - supporting those who serve through exceptional engineering training. Who we are: At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realise the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. We are Pearson. Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing .
Kirby Group Engineering
EHS Advisor Contract (12 months+) Power & Renewables Strathnairn Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years To build your career by assisting in the delivery of 'leading edge' engineering projects. To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards. To benefit from Kirby's Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability. To work with the best. Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations About Kirby Group Engineering Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of 'blue chip' companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK and Europe, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance. Role Purpose The role of the EHS Advisor is to provide Environment, Health and Safety guidance working with the project team. You will implement and maintain the Kirby management system for the project. The role is to coordinate all EHS Matters within various Project Management Teams and to report constructively all EHS matters to Project Manager. Under the direction of the EHS Manager, the EHS Advisor will be responsible for providing support to the Project Managers, supervisors and workers. This position will provide leadership and coordination of the day-to-day EHS requirements of the assigned project(s). The role may require to be positioned on a project full time or working on various projects. This role requires frequent travel between projects and may require overnight stays. Key Functions of the EHS Advisor Provide advice, guidance, support and instruction in all EHS matters to management, safety representatives and employees (including where applicable to sub-contractors, suppliers and visitors to sites). Provide leadership through good example. Be proactive in all matters concerning the role. Identify training needs, report requirements to project team and carry out training as required. Audit and inspect projects, agree and prepare achievable corrective and preventive action plans towards compliance to and continual improvement of the EHS on the project. Report on business EHS risks, KPIs and trends accurately with data and recommend constructive actions towards continuous improvements. Ensure incidents are reported and investigations are carried out in a thorough and professional manner in order to identify root causes and corrective and preventive action plans. Ensure that Site EHS Plans, RAMS and other associated site documents are updated and compliant with statutory and other requirements and that they are reviewed on a continuous basis. EHS Advisor Responsibilities Reports to EHS Manager, Site Managers/Supervisors and Project Manager. Is conversant with the contents of the Kirby safety statement, environment manual, risk assessments, aspects & impacts, legislation and procedures. Provides advice, guidance, instruction and training in all EHS matters to management, safety representatives and employees (including where applicable to sub-contractors, suppliers and visitors to sites). Carries out internal audits and site inspections in conjunction with Site Management, recommends corrective actions, improvements and document findings. Prepares in conjunction with site management team a project specific EHS Plan, induction and Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS). These shall be compiled and agreed prior to work commencing and ongoing through lookaheads. Ensures that the project specific EHS Plan, induction and RAMS are up to date, reviewed periodically and communicated to all relevant persons (including clients, Main Contractor, other contractors, visitors and others who may be affected by that work). Visits each new project, sets up the necessary site safety files (Series 500 & 600), registers, abstracts of regulations, posters, SEOR program, etc., and ensures that site establishment complies with the legislation, client regulations and company regulations as a minimum. Reviews Contractor Appointments and ensures that correct appointment is carried out and that only competent contractors are used on projects. Introduces and implements effective measures aimed at the prevention of incidents at work. Reports on incidents and/or dangerous occurrences should they occur to the EHS Manager, Project Manager and Site Managers as required. Reports on areas of concern to the relevant party for correction. Persistent and serious areas of concern are to be reported immediately to line management as per (1) above. Retains evidence of communications with relevant parties. Carries out incident investigation in conjunction with site management, establishes cause of incident or dangerous occurrence and recommends method for future avoidance. Audits the company site safety file, (Series 500 & 600), makes sure that hazards/risks are regularly assessed, that control measures are implemented, that inspections are carried out and that all incidents are reported, investigated and closed out. Prepares Monthly KPI Report for their projects, issues monthly return of Site Visit Schedule, SEORs, KPIs, violations to the EHS Manager and the Business Unit Manager. Issues new SDS to EHS Manager. Provides training and information to the workforce using appropriate training aids and media as required. Issues records of training to HR to update the training matrix. Attends the regional EHS Coordination Meeting. Attends the EHS meeting with the Business Unit Manager, as required (1 per region). Attends internal and external site meetings as required - safety meetings, coordination meetings etc Implements and promotes the company Incentive Scheme on all projects. Arranges distribution and maintenance of fully stocked first aid boxes on site. Monitors P.P.E usage and advises site management on type of protective equipment required. Issues non-conformances, commendations and disciplinary warnings both written and verbal if required or instructed to do so. Necessary requirement of the EHS Advisor 3+ Years' Experience in similar industry. Knowledge of HV Substation projects preferred Diploma to NFQ 8 in Occupational H&S. Certificate to NFQ 6 Environmental Management. Safe Pass, (CSCS (UK , Train the Trainer, First Aid, Training Instructor. Internal ISO14000 and ISO45000 system auditor. Experience with the Construction Regulations and CDM roles, with experience working with sub-contractors. Experience with EHS Management Systems, safety schemes and tendering e.g. ISOs, Achilles, SSiPs etc. Excellent communication skills, through presentations, reports, written and verbal. Ability to work with Kirby / client / main contractor Safety and Project teams. Ability to work well within strict deadlines. Ability to be able to prepare Audits and EHS reports, to a high standard. Up to date with Legislation, Standards, Guidance, Advice and Compliance. Proactive in identifying positive and negative acts, ability to follow through with realistic corrective and preventive actions. Ability to lead and coordinate incident investigations and utilise root cause analysis.
EHS Advisor Contract (12 months+) Power & Renewables Strathnairn Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years To build your career by assisting in the delivery of 'leading edge' engineering projects. To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards. To benefit from Kirby's Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability. To work with the best. Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations About Kirby Group Engineering Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of 'blue chip' companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK and Europe, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance. Role Purpose The role of the EHS Advisor is to provide Environment, Health and Safety guidance working with the project team. You will implement and maintain the Kirby management system for the project. The role is to coordinate all EHS Matters within various Project Management Teams and to report constructively all EHS matters to Project Manager. Under the direction of the EHS Manager, the EHS Advisor will be responsible for providing support to the Project Managers, supervisors and workers. This position will provide leadership and coordination of the day-to-day EHS requirements of the assigned project(s). The role may require to be positioned on a project full time or working on various projects. This role requires frequent travel between projects and may require overnight stays. Key Functions of the EHS Advisor Provide advice, guidance, support and instruction in all EHS matters to management, safety representatives and employees (including where applicable to sub-contractors, suppliers and visitors to sites). Provide leadership through good example. Be proactive in all matters concerning the role. Identify training needs, report requirements to project team and carry out training as required. Audit and inspect projects, agree and prepare achievable corrective and preventive action plans towards compliance to and continual improvement of the EHS on the project. Report on business EHS risks, KPIs and trends accurately with data and recommend constructive actions towards continuous improvements. Ensure incidents are reported and investigations are carried out in a thorough and professional manner in order to identify root causes and corrective and preventive action plans. Ensure that Site EHS Plans, RAMS and other associated site documents are updated and compliant with statutory and other requirements and that they are reviewed on a continuous basis. EHS Advisor Responsibilities Reports to EHS Manager, Site Managers/Supervisors and Project Manager. Is conversant with the contents of the Kirby safety statement, environment manual, risk assessments, aspects & impacts, legislation and procedures. Provides advice, guidance, instruction and training in all EHS matters to management, safety representatives and employees (including where applicable to sub-contractors, suppliers and visitors to sites). Carries out internal audits and site inspections in conjunction with Site Management, recommends corrective actions, improvements and document findings. Prepares in conjunction with site management team a project specific EHS Plan, induction and Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS). These shall be compiled and agreed prior to work commencing and ongoing through lookaheads. Ensures that the project specific EHS Plan, induction and RAMS are up to date, reviewed periodically and communicated to all relevant persons (including clients, Main Contractor, other contractors, visitors and others who may be affected by that work). Visits each new project, sets up the necessary site safety files (Series 500 & 600), registers, abstracts of regulations, posters, SEOR program, etc., and ensures that site establishment complies with the legislation, client regulations and company regulations as a minimum. Reviews Contractor Appointments and ensures that correct appointment is carried out and that only competent contractors are used on projects. Introduces and implements effective measures aimed at the prevention of incidents at work. Reports on incidents and/or dangerous occurrences should they occur to the EHS Manager, Project Manager and Site Managers as required. Reports on areas of concern to the relevant party for correction. Persistent and serious areas of concern are to be reported immediately to line management as per (1) above. Retains evidence of communications with relevant parties. Carries out incident investigation in conjunction with site management, establishes cause of incident or dangerous occurrence and recommends method for future avoidance. Audits the company site safety file, (Series 500 & 600), makes sure that hazards/risks are regularly assessed, that control measures are implemented, that inspections are carried out and that all incidents are reported, investigated and closed out. Prepares Monthly KPI Report for their projects, issues monthly return of Site Visit Schedule, SEORs, KPIs, violations to the EHS Manager and the Business Unit Manager. Issues new SDS to EHS Manager. Provides training and information to the workforce using appropriate training aids and media as required. Issues records of training to HR to update the training matrix. Attends the regional EHS Coordination Meeting. Attends the EHS meeting with the Business Unit Manager, as required (1 per region). Attends internal and external site meetings as required - safety meetings, coordination meetings etc Implements and promotes the company Incentive Scheme on all projects. Arranges distribution and maintenance of fully stocked first aid boxes on site. Monitors P.P.E usage and advises site management on type of protective equipment required. Issues non-conformances, commendations and disciplinary warnings both written and verbal if required or instructed to do so. Necessary requirement of the EHS Advisor 3+ Years' Experience in similar industry. Knowledge of HV Substation projects preferred Diploma to NFQ 8 in Occupational H&S. Certificate to NFQ 6 Environmental Management. Safe Pass, (CSCS (UK , Train the Trainer, First Aid, Training Instructor. Internal ISO14000 and ISO45000 system auditor. Experience with the Construction Regulations and CDM roles, with experience working with sub-contractors. Experience with EHS Management Systems, safety schemes and tendering e.g. ISOs, Achilles, SSiPs etc. Excellent communication skills, through presentations, reports, written and verbal. Ability to work with Kirby / client / main contractor Safety and Project teams. Ability to work well within strict deadlines. Ability to be able to prepare Audits and EHS reports, to a high standard. Up to date with Legislation, Standards, Guidance, Advice and Compliance. Proactive in identifying positive and negative acts, ability to follow through with realistic corrective and preventive actions. Ability to lead and coordinate incident investigations and utilise root cause analysis.
