ABOUT TACTICAL HAZMAT
Tactical Hazmat Ltd is a specialist hazardous materials training company serving the UK fire service, police, and wider emergency services community. Our core portfolio is hazmat training for fire service personnel - including operational crews and specialist hazmat teams - and drug and clandestine drug laboratory training for police drug units. We also deliver CBRN awareness and specialist training as part of our broader offering.
Our clients include fire and rescue services across the UK, specialist police units, and other emergency services and law enforcement bodies. We are a small, expert team with a strong reputation for operationally grounded, high-quality training delivery.
THE ROLE
We are looking for an experienced Hazmat Instructor to take ownership of our training delivery and course development programme. This is a permanent, full-time, field-based role.
You will be the primary face of Tactical Hazmat's training operation - designing and developing courses across our hazmat, drug/drug lab, and CBRN portfolio, delivering them to specialist audiences, and building the exercises and materials that underpin our quality and reputation. You will work directly with fire service training managers, police drug unit leads, and specialist operations teams.
This is not an entry-level or generalist position. We are replacing our lead trainer, who has been the backbone of our delivery operation. The person we are looking for has already done this work - for fire crews, for police drug units, at a high technical level. If your experience is primarily generic health and safety, generic CBRN without fire service or police drug training, or theoretical without operational delivery, this role is unlikely to be a fit.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Training delivery and course development
Design, develop, and deliver hazmat training for fire service audiences - including operational crews and specialist hazmat teams - in line with NFCC Hazmat Standards and JESIP doctrine
Design, develop, and deliver drug awareness and clandestine drug laboratory training for police audiences, covering controlled substances, precursor chemistry, and safe scene management
Build and maintain blended learning content, including eLearning modules (Articulate 360/Rise or equivalent), instructional videos, and digital learning resources
Plan and facilitate realistic live exercises, including tabletop exercises, simulated incidents, and field scenarios
Lead course evaluation, learner assessment, and continuous improvement of course content
Prepare documentation for course accreditation with relevant awarding bodies (e.g., RSPH, Highfield, NCFE or equivalent)
Deliver CBRN training as part of the broader portfolio
Client relationships and professional practice
Represent Tactical Hazmat with fire and rescue services, police clients, and emergency services at training events, exercises, and professional meetings
Build and maintain strong relationships with training managers and operational leads across our client base
Keep subject matter knowledge current across hazmat, drug/drug lab, and CBRN strands
Administration and quality
Prepare and maintain documentation for course accreditation and quality assurance
Produce reporting on course delivery, learner outcomes, and CPD compliance
Support course and event logistics as required
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Demonstrable experience delivering hazmat training to fire service audiences - operational crews or specialist hazmat teams
Experience delivering drug awareness or clandestine drug laboratory training to police or law enforcement audiences
Strong course design and delivery skills across both practical and blended formats
Working knowledge of fire service hazmat doctrine: JESIP, NFCC Hazmat Standard, and relevant national guidance
Familiarity with controlled substances, precursor chemistry, and drug lab scene management for police training delivery
Proficient in MS Office and eLearning authoring tools (Articulate 360/Rise or equivalent)
Excellent communication and presentation skills; confident delivering to specialist professional audiences
Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple active courses and clients
Willingness and practical ability to travel to customer premises UK-wide, including overnight stays
Eligible to work in the UK
Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check - see security vetting note below
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS
Existing Security Check (SC) clearance or prior national security vetting with a government body or employer
Experience delivering CBRN training to emergency services or law enforcement audiences
Holding of or experience with relevant awarding body centre approval (RSPH, Highfield, or equivalent)
Experience with HAZSIM, moulage, or similar scenario simulation equipment
Teaching or training qualification (PTLLS/AET, DTLLS/CET, Award in Education and Training, or equivalent)
Active CPD and awareness of current UK hazmat and drug lab doctrine and legislation
WHAT WE OFFER
Salary of GBP 36,000 - GBP 46,000 per annum, dependent on experience and profile
Performance-related annual bonus linked to delivery and quality targets
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Private medical insurance (qualifying period applies)
Mileage and expenses for all customer site travel at HMRC advisory rate
Flexibility around working arrangements where operationally possible
A clear progression path: Lead Instructor to Training Manager / Head of Training
A role where your technical knowledge is taken seriously and your delivery directly shapes the company's reputation
SECURITY VETTING
This role requires an Enhanced DBS check prior to start. Depending on the nature of client work as the role develops, the post-holder may also be required to undergo national security vetting at Security Check (SC) level. Candidates should be willing to undergo vetting at both levels.
Existing SC clearance or equivalent is an advantage and should be noted in your application.
Pay: £36,000.00-£46,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Cheltenham GL52 3NQ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Driver's Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
