WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
About the Team
We are seeking an experienced Technical Trainer to support capability development within our manufacturing operations. This role is ideal for a mechanically qualified professional who enjoys sharing knowledge, developing people and improving technical and safety standards on the shop floor.
About the Role
The Technical Trainer is responsible for designing, developing, and delivering training for the Production workforce. In this role, you will create lesson plans, training materials, and qualification pathways that support production requirements. You will perform training needs analysis across the production environment and identify training gaps to be addressed. You will ensure all training aligns with relevant training packages and meets competency standards.
This position also involves developing training resources and conducting training sessions in support of the broader training team with day‑to‑day training activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE
What are we looking for?
Rheinmetall seeks applicants who exemplify our Company’s values of Safety, Partnering, Openness, Respect and Trust (SPORT). This creates a workplace environment where employees value each other, live up to their promises and communicate openly.
The experience and skillset best suited to this role includes:
- Trade qualified fitter or automotive mechanic or similar;
- Manufacturing experience essential;
- Experience training, mentoring, or coaching trades or operators;
- TAE40122 (Cert IV TAE) or willingness to obtain;
- Strong communication skills and safety-first mindset; and
- Eligibility to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance (Australian Citizenship required).
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
- Uniforms, tools and training provided;
- Long weekends every second week with a 9 day fortnight;
- Access to exclusive employee discounts with over 500 retailers to support cost of living;
- Market leading parental leave and loyalty leave accrual for every year of service;
- We are proud to be an Endorsed Employer for All Women with WORK180.
CONTACT INFORMATION
RDA Talent Acquisition Team
Recruitment.Australia@rheinmetall.com.au
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Applications will close on 17 October 2026.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This role requires a Defence clearance, only Australian Citizens are eligible.
This role is subject to ITAR (International Traffic Arms Regulations), your nationality may affect eligibility.
Further information regarding clearances found at https://www.defence.gov.au/security/clearances
Diverse perspectives drive value – for clients, people, and communities. Even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply.
If you would like to express your interest in this role, please speak to your Line/Direct manager before applying.
