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FitterTurner Training Delivery Instructor

Capita


Job Location:

Gosport - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 6 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 10 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Still love engineering but ready for a change

If youre 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 dont need any teaching experience. If youve got the hands-on skills well 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 youll 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 were looking for

Were not looking for teachers were looking for engineers.

Youll 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 well fully train and support you.

What youll get in return

  • Salary up to 42000 (pro rata 41265 term-time only)
  • Term-time working (45 weeks) enjoy extended breaks at Christmas Easter & summer - The salary is pro ratad 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 were modernising military education with cutting-edge tech like simulators and data analytics all under a collaborative one team approach with the Royal Navy. Its 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. Youll become part of a diverse network of talented forward-thinking professionals working across a wide range of disciplines and sectors. Were committed to your growth offering exciting opportunities to expand your skills explore new paths and advance your career.

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What we hope youll do next:

Choose Apply now to fill out our short application so that we can find out more about you.

Equal Opportunities

At Capita were committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace where everyone can succeed. Were a Disability Confident employer if you need any adjustments please contact us at or call .

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Location:

Gosport

United Kingdom

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Permanent

Required Experience:

IC


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