Flexible benefits + wellbeing support
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. 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
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
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 reasonableadjustments@capita.com or call 07784 237318.
For general enquiries, email CPScareers@capita.com. Learn more on the Capita Careers website.
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