Lead Trainer Assessor

ALSTOM Grid

ALSTOM Grid

London, UK

GBP 65k-65k / year

Posted on May 5, 2026

Req ID: 515420

Location: Old Oak Common Depot - London with travel to other depots.

Appointment Basis: Permanent

Apply by: 15th May

Salary + Benefits: CIRCA £65,000 plus bonus.

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 86,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Your future role

We are looking for a Lead Trainer Assessor to assist the Training and Competence Manager in ensuring that staff working on the Aventra platform and other relevant projects are technically trained and demonstrably competent to carry out their tasks and responsibilities in line with current legislation and industry standards.

We’ll look to you for:

  • To lead on the development of technical onboard systems, software development, and fault finding.
  • Carry out diagnostics training (E-learning packages, theoretical classroom training, practical on-site delivery).
  • Support in the ongoing development of upskilling competence in basic and advanced systems knowledge.
  • Develop and deliver blended learning solutions to support advanced technical development in onboard train systems e.g. ETCS/CBTC, PIS, AWS/TPWS, Propulsion, TCMS etc.
  • Develop and deliver blended learning solutions to support capability development in technical learning e.g. Doors, Brakes, Couplers, Toilets, HVAC, PIS etc.

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

  • Trainer's and Assessor's qualification or equivalent
  • Level 3 NVQ or equivalent in Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering
  • IT literate in using a range of MS Office programmes and modern digital technologies
  • Experience of designing and delivering learning to a group in a face to face and virtual setting

Things you’ll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career.

You’ll also:

  • Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
  • Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
  • Contribute to innovative projects
  • Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
  • Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
  • Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)
  • Up to 52 weeks full maternity and adoption pay
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to buy or sell holiday
  • A wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Equal opportunity statement:


Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.

As a 'Disability Confident' employer, we will interview all disabled job applicants who match the essential criteria of the job description or specification. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.


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