Fitter Turner Training Delivery Instructor

Still love engineering, but ready for a change? If you’re a skilled fitter/turner or workshop engineer who enjoys the practical side of engineering but wants something more stable, rewarding, and with genuine work-life balance — this could be your next move. You don’t need any teaching experience. If you’ve got the hands-on skills, we’ll give you the rest — including full training and a recognised teaching qualification. This is your opportunity to pass on your knowledge, shape the next generation of Royal Navy engineers, and step into a role where your experience really counts. **Job title:** Fitter/Turner Training Delivery Instructor **Job Description:** 🕒 Full-time role, 37.5 hours a week on a term time only basis 📍 HMS Sultan, Portsmouth 🔐 Due to the nature of this role, you must be eligible for UK Security Clearance at SC level. **🔩 What you’ll be doing** * Deliver hands-on workshop training in fitting, turning, milling and general engineering skills * Demonstrate techniques, guide trainees, and help them build confidence on the tools * Support learners working towards recognised engineering qualifications * Maintain workshop equipment and ensure safe working practices * Share your real-world experience to bring learning to life **🧰 What we’re looking for** We’re not looking for teachers — we’re looking for engineers. **You’ll need (essential):** * A recognised apprenticeship (or equivalent experience) in fitting/turning or mechanical engineering * Strong, recent hands-on workshop experience * Skills across machining, fitting, milling, grinding * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings **Nice to have (but not essential):** * Any experience coaching, mentoring or helping others learn * CAD knowledge 👉 No teaching experience? No problem — we’ll fully train and support you. **🎓 What you’ll get in return** * Salary up to £42,000 (pro rata £41,265 term-time only) * Term-time working (45 weeks) – enjoy extended breaks at Christmas, Easter & summer - The salary is pro rata’d and calculated to include contractual annual leave entitlement and bank holidays. * Full training + funded teaching qualification * Onsite gym, catering, shops & free parking * Flexible benefits + wellbeing support * A genuinely rewarding role where you can make a difference **⚓ Why this role stands out** * Move off the tools without losing your trade * Better work-life balance than most engineering roles * Use your experience to develop others * Be part of a major Royal Navy training transformation programme **About Selborne** Selborne is a bold, £1 billion, 12-year transformation of Royal Navy training, led by Capita and a powerhouse consortium known as Team Fisher — including Raytheon UK, Fujitsu, and the University of Lincoln. Together, we're modernising military education with cutting-edge tech like simulators and data analytics, all under a collaborative "one team" approach with the Royal Navy. It’s a shared mission to deliver smarter, more effective training for sailors and marines across the naval enterprise. To learn more please visit: Royal Navy education & training Selborne | Careers at Capita At Capita, your career can take you wherever your ambition leads. You'll become part of a diverse network of talented, forward-thinking professionals working across a wide range of disciplines and sectors. We’re committed to your growth — offering exciting opportunities to expand your skills, explore new paths, and advance your career. Join us and discover a career with purpose. #CareersWithPurpose 🤝 Customer first, always​🧑‍💻 Fearless innovation​✅ Achieve together​💙 Everyone is valued **What we hope you’ll do next:** Choose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you. **Equal Opportunities** At Capita, we’re committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace where everyone can succeed. We’re a Disability Confident employer — if you need any adjustments, please contact us at [email protected] or call 07784 237318. For general enquiries, email [email protected]. Learn more on the Capita Careers website. **Location:** Gosport , United Kingdom **Time Type:** Full time **Contract Type:** Permanent