Exciting Opportunity for a Trainer/Assessor within a Mini Crane and Niche Plant Hire
Trainer / Assessor – Construction Plant Courses
Nr Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
Summary of Role
If you are a highly motivated individual and have a track record of delivering both theoretical and practical training, this is an opportunity that provides a new and exciting challenge within a dynamic and growing area of the construction industry.
About GGR Group
GGR Group Ltd is an award winning plant hire business. As a Sunday Times Fast Track 100 business and winner of HAE UK Hire Company of the Year, we are recognised for our first rate customer service, exceptional growth and innovative technology in the plant and equipment industry.
GGR Group has been running training programmes since 1995 and successfully trained thousands of people at our state-of-the-art training facilities in Oldham, Haddenham and Blantyre (Scotland). When it comes to innovative training courses for the lifting industry, GGR Group has a history of setting the standard. We were the first UK supplier to provide CPCS A66 compact crane training and were instrumental in establishing the UK’s first accredited training course (with RTITB) for vacuum lifters. We also launched the UK’s first LEEA (Lifting Equipment Engineers Association) accredited training for glazing robots and portable floor cranes. We have recently launched online training in the business, with bespoke eLearning products for our floor cranes and hoists. With more equipment categories such as cladding vacuum lifters and glazing robots to be added in the coming months, our training offering continues to grow.
Most recently, we are very proud to have won two prestigious awards for our training with LEEA: Best Accredited Training Scheme (ATS) Member andThe Craig Morelli Award – Accredited Training Scheme (ATS) – Best Trainer
GGR is a growing business with over 140 employees and we are passionate about delivering great service and a can-do attitude for our large customer portfolio across the UK and Europe. More detailed information about our products and services can be found at www.ggrgroup.com.
Key Responsibilities
Working alongside a highly experienced and motivated team, you will join a rapidly growing organisation that boasts a reputation for providing quality customer service, you will have the opportunity to inspire, motivate and have a positive impact on the learning experience of our course attendees.
As a Trainer / Assessor, you will be responsible for delivering Theoretical and Practical training to a diverse cross section of construction industry personnel.
Working within our dedicated training facility, you will supervise and instruct on the theoretical and practical aspects of the safe operation of plant, conducting examinations and assessments, design lesson plans and courses that fully engage participants.
You will undertake a variety of administrative tasks relating to the Training Centre, which will include booking, processing and recording all training and testing. In addition you will assist in some on-site duties including training and operating of plant supplied by the organisation.
Opportunities to augment your own Continued Professional Development (CPD) will also be made available enhancing your skills for the benefit of the organisation and yourself.
Experience, Knowledge & Skills:
- Experience of delivering both practical and classroom based training, ideally in the operation of cranes or other construction plant equipment and/or controlling lifting operations in the role of slinger signaller, although experience in any similar instructional role will be considered;
- Hold a CPCS Tester card (highly desirable);
- Basic knowledge and an understanding of health and safety legislation;
- A full driving licence;
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and time management skills, as well as being flexible and having an organised approach to tasks;
- Ability to work on own initiative;
- Previous experience of operating cranes or other construction machinery would be beneficial; and
- Hold a recognised trainer / assessor qualification.
Job Terms / Benefits
- Monday – Friday 8.30am – 5.30pm
- 22 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
- 4%/4% Employer/Employee Contribution Pension Scheme
- Uniform
- Discretionary bonus
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
