About SPT Strathclyde Partnership for Transport (SPT) is the largest of Scotland’s seven regional transport partnerships. We run the Glasgow Subway, a host of specialist bus services and are responsible for delivering better public transport for all. SPT is the proud custodian of the Glasgow Subway. Our services call at 15 stations, stretching across the West End and City Centre of Glasgow. Over the next few years, we will be making history with huge investments that will affect all areas of operations, from new trains to stations upgrades and local community support. About the Role The Lead Technical Trainer is a member of the Maintenance Services team supporting the Maintenance Services Manager. You will have a Lead on the delivery of technical training, competence assessment and internal verification for the maintenance of subway assets. You will develop and deliver training and competent assessment materials for technical training programmes including induction, refresher and cross-skilling. You will contribute to Training Needs Analysis, clearly defining safety critical task learning outcomes and competence assessment methods. You will ensure that all staff are trained and competence and maintain accurate training and competence records to report on KPIs and for audit purposes. About You The successful candidate will have experience of developing and delivering technical training material and working in an environment where safety is paramount. You will be able to demonstrate experience of risk-based competence management and assessment. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work within a safety critical environment. An SVQ Level 3 or equivalent in an Engineering discipline and training delivery qualification (City & Guilds, MOI or equivalent) and competence assessor qualification are essential. Previous experience in railway signalling and telecoms, networks and high-voltage substations would be preferential. A highly motivated, professional, reliable and capable individual you will be a team player with the ability to motivate others to consistently deliver and improve upon set standards. You will use your strong communication skills to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure our training is delivered in a professional manner and deliver positive change. Further details of the role and key responsibilities are set out in the job description. Please note, this position falls into the high risk category under the Alcohol and Drugs policy and therefore is subject to random & for-cause testing procedures. Full time hours will be an average of 38 hours a week Monday to Friday. You will be based in Broomloan Depot, Robert Street, Glasgow. What we can offer you… 33 Days Annual and Public Holiday Entitlement (41 days after 5 years’ service) Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme - SPT contribute 6.5% of your annualised pay Group Life Assurance Cover SPT actively encourages learning and development and are committed to ongoing learning and development to support career progression Employee Travel Pass Scheme - a Subway Smartcard to travel on the Glasgow Subway for free plus an additional card for a member of your household Salary Sacrifice Bus or Rail Season Ticket Scheme - subsidised at a maximum of £645 towards the cost Cycle to Work Scheme, Childcare Vouchers, Employee Assistance Programme, Long Service Awards, Credit Union How to Apply To apply, please select the ‘apply now’ button to complete an online application form. Closing date for applications will be 20 April 2025 at 23:59hrs. SPT is an Equal Opportunities company welcoming applications from a diverse background. If you’ve got the right skills for the job we want to hear from you. SPT encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race. SPT operates blind recruitment, which is the process of removing any and all identification details from candidate application forms. This includes identifiable personal details such a candidate’s name, gender, ethnicity and age. This information is not visible to our Hiring Managers. This practice is used to ensure fairness, attract diverse candidates and to remove unconscious bias from our recruitment process. By implementing this approach, SPT aims to create a level playing field to assess applicants solely based on their skills, qualifications and experience. For applicants with special requirements, or if you have any questions please email recruitment team quoting the above reference.