A leading vocational and technical institution operating at a national level and playing a strategic role in workforce development and skills transformation.

The organization partners closely with government entities, international development partners, and the private sector.

The organization delivers industry-driven programs that combine practical training, modern facilities, and strong private-sector partnerships to ensure graduates are equipped with relevant, in-demand skills.

With a focus on quality, innovation, and employability, the institution adopts a competency-based learning model and continuously updates its programs to respond to evolving economic and workforce requirements. It operates across multiple locations in Jordan and serves a diverse student population, contributing to national workforce development and economic growth.

The organization offers a professional, collaborative work environment and is committed to investing in its people through continuous learning, clear career paths, and a strong performance-driven culture.

General Role Description

The Trainer for Industrial Mechanics Technician is a technical expert responsible for preparing students to keep the wheels of industry turning. This role covers the installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of complex industrial machinery.

Acting as a More Knowledgeable Other (MKO), the Trainer guides learners through the Three-Layer Workshop Concept—moving from bench fitting and component assembly to complex fault diagnosis on production lines. The Trainer is responsible for executing the Blended Training Model, ensuring that foundational theory is delivered via Flipped Learning so that workshop time is reserved for high-value activities like Laser Alignment, Vibration Analysis, and Project-Based Learning (PBL).

Key Roles & Responsibilities

A. Technical Instruction & Workshop Management

• Safety & Site Prep: Enforce strict adherence to Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) procedures. Train students to identify hazards and strictly apply Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), guarding, and signage before starting work.
• Drawings & Assembly: Instruct on reading complex mechanical drawings and engineering symbols. Supervise the accurate assembly of mechanical components (bearings, gears, shafts) and the preparation of tools/materials for installation.
• Machine Installation: Teach the precise techniques for installing industrial machines, including levelling, anchoring, and connecting to power sources (verifying safe rotation/connection).
• Fluid Power & Thermal Systems: Deliver specialized training on installing and adjusting Hydraulic and Pneumatic circuits, as well as industrial thermal systems (e.g., heat exchangers).
• Operation & Calibration: Train students to operate industrial machines, monitor production output quality, and calibrate equipment settings to meet strict engineering specifications.
• Maintenance & Diagnostics: Supervise the execution of Preventive Maintenance (lubrication, filter changes, vibration checks) and teach logical methodologies for Corrective Maintenance (diagnosing and repairing faults).
• Monitoring & Reporting: Teach students to monitor operating parameters (temperature, pressure, flow) to optimize performance and to professionally document activities in daily maintenance reports and spare parts logs.

B. Pedagogical Leadership & Methodology

• Flipped Learning Facilitation: Manage the delivery of theoretical content (e.g., lubrication charts, pneumatic symbols) through the LMS. Ensure students are prepared for practical assembly tasks.
• Scaffolding & Mentorship: Monitor learner progress during complex tasks—such as aligning a motor shaft—providing targeted mentorship within their "Zone of Proximal Development" (ZPD) to refine their technique.
• Green TVET Integration: Embed sustainability by teaching Preventive Maintenance as a tool for energy efficiency (e.g., a well-lubricated machine uses less power) and proper disposal of industrial fluids.

C. Digital Pedagogy & Data-Driven Intervention

• Simulation Tools: Utilize Fluid Power Simulators (e.g., Automation Studio) to allow students to design and test hydraulic/pneumatic circuits virtually before building them, preventing expensive component damage.
• Predictive Analytics (TIP): Analyse engagement data to identify students struggling with interpreting technical drawings and intervene early using the Trainer Intervention Protocol.
• AI-Enhanced Content: Act as the "Human-in-the-Loop" to validate AI-generated troubleshooting scenarios and maintenance checklists.

D. Assessment & Quality Assurance

• Competency-Based Assessment: Conduct continuous assessments where learners must demonstrate mastery of specific tasks (e.g., "Perform a shaft alignment within 0.05mm tolerance") before progressing.
• Process-Based Tracking: Use digital tools to track the process of maintenance (e.g., correct sequence of LOTO, use of torque wrench) as verifiable evidence of competency.
• Joint Industry Assessment: Collaborate with private sector SMEs to conduct final practical assessments, ensuring graduates meet the standards of local industrial plants.

E. Institutional Sustainability & Income Generation

• Income Generating Activities (IGAs): Design and deliver upskilling courses for industry professionals (e.g., "Advanced Hydraulics Maintenance," "Laser Shaft Alignment Techniques").
• Consultancy: Provide technical consultancy to local factories on maintenance planning and machine installation.

Skills

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics.
• Alternative: A specialized Vocational Diploma with extensive (5 years) high-level industry experience in industrial maintenance.

Experience

• Industry Experience: A Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of production machinery.
• Specialized Knowledge: Proficiency in Hydraulics/Pneumatics, Precision Alignment, and Vibration Analysis is mandatory.
• Operational Skills: Experience operating standard machine tools (lathes, mills) for part repair is a strong advantage.

Certifications

• Technical: Industry certifications such as Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) or vendor-specific training (e.g., SKF, Bosch Rexroth) are highly desirable.
• Safety: Certified in Industrial Safety and LOTO.
• Pedagogical: A certified "Training of Trainers" (ToT) qualification.

Essential Competencies

Technical Skills (Hard Skills)

• Mechanical Aptitude: Expertise in handling bearings, seals, gears, and transmission belts.
• Fluid Power: Ability to read and troubleshoot complex hydraulic and pneumatic schematics.
• Precision Measurement: Mastery of dial indicators, micrometres, and laser alignment tools.

Power Skills (Soft Skills & Attitudes)

• Troubleshooting Logic: Ability to teach a systematic approach to identifying root causes of failure.
• Safety Discipline: Uncompromising adherence to safety protocols, especially regarding stored energy (hydraulic pressure, tension).
• Documentation: Professionalism in recording maintenance activities and stock levels.

Digital & AI Competencies

• Digital Twins: Comfort using digital models to demonstrate assembly/disassembly procedures.
• Data Literacy: Ability to interpret data from the LMS to track student progress.