Technical Installations Trainer

FCDO Services is seeking a Technical Installations Trainer for its Engineering & Operations team, based in Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes. The role, offering a salary of £45,608 plus benefits, involves planning and delivering technical training to new staff and apprentices while addressing skill gaps within the organisation. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and experience in electronics or telecommunications. The position requires excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to ongoing professional development. Employees enjoy flexible working options, generous holidays, and additional perks such as an on-site gym and nursery, in an inclusive and supportive environment.

*FCDO SERVICES*
*Technical Installations Trainer (Engineering & Operations)*
*£45,608 plus a location allowance of £1,750 and excellent benefits*
*Based in Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes with the flexibility of hybrid working depending on business need. You’ll also be required to visit our facilities and installations overseas*
*Free shuttle bus available between central Milton Keynes and Hanslope Park*
At FCDO Services we protect the UK’s interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings and courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech and a whole lot more. Our work is as varied and vital as it gets, but we never lose sight of our people. Their skills, aspirations and growth mean as much as the global mission we’re on. In our world, it all matters.
Designing engineering solutions. Earthquake-proofing embassies. Managing construction contracts in challenging locations. Just a few examples of the incredible work our Engineering team does. They’re the people who plan, design, and deliver innovation across all corners of the globe. Now, you’ve got the opportunity to join them.
*Bringing energy to embassies.*
*Designing systems that protect.*
*Realising the power of your skills.*
*It all matters.*
*Help train and develop the Technical Installation professionals of the future*
When you join us in this important role you’ll be responsible for planning, leading and delivering high quality technical training to new Engineering & Operations staff and Technical Apprentices who are focusing on developing their installation skills. Working closely with the Heads of various areas of our organisation to identify skill gaps and using bespoke, tailored programmes to increase the knowledge and expertise of existing technical staff, you’ll focus on ensuring that all the training we deliver is relevant and up to date.
You’ll have a number of additional tasks – these include promoting skills sharing sessions, engaging with our stakeholders regarding new technical security systems in development, and keeping up to speed with upgrades and modifications to those already in service. Committed to maintaining your own professional learning and development, and responsible for implementing and upholding health and safety procedures, there will also be times when we’ll require you to deploy overseas to observe staff competencies and remain abreast of the latest systems procedures.
*Use your specialist technical skills to defend the UK’s global interests*
With an NVQ, QCF, City & Guilds, BTEC, ONC or a similar qualification in electronics, telecommunications, protective security systems or proven equivalent experience, you’ll be adept at delivering technical training and presentations. Your excellent interpersonal skills will allow you to communicate with a diverse range of staff who possess varying degrees of expertise, and in addition to the ability to apply your academic knowledge in practical situations, you’ll have good knowledge of programming relevant equipment.
A City & Guilds Level 3 award in Education and Training would be desirable, as well as SME knowledge in a number of technical security systems. Knowledge of construction and electrical security procedures and administration would be a bonus, as would experience of working with electrical and construction colleagues. We’ll also prefer you to have a keen interest in radio principles and software development and programming.
*Discover the support you need to grow your career further*
But we’re always looking to improve – just like you. That’s why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, you’ll also have access to training and other development opportunities to help grow your career with us. Our offices have an on-site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant, and we offer interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. It’s a great set of benefits made to support all you do, and all you need.
Want to see your future team’s work in action? Step into our Virtual Embassy and select a guide to take you round to see how we deliver for government customers and how you could help. Explore the embassy now at .uk
Every single colleague must be security cleared before joining us. If you’re successful in your application, we’ll ask you to undergo our vetting process to achieve Developed Vetting (DV) clearance. You can find out more about vetting at .uk/how-to-apply/
To find out more about our benefits and our organisation, please visit .uk
Closing date: 29 June 2025
*It takes a diverse team to protect a diverse world*
The vital work we do takes an incredible community of colleagues, with different skills, backgrounds, cultures and identities. We support every individual, so that you always know you’re welcome and valued. It’s what makes us a Disability Confident employer. And why we’re recognised as a ‘Carer Confident’ workplace. And it’s how you know you’re joining an inspiring, inclusive organisation.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £45,608.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Shuttle service provided
* Work from home
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 409202