Trainer in Mechanical Trades
- 04 October 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
About the job
WHY STIHL. As an innovative family business and leading global brand in the field of chainsaws and equipment, we employ around 20,000 people worldwide. We offer all the conditions to grow personally and professionally. Our corporate culture provides plenty of room for personal development. Together we shape the future – proactively and responsibly.
Trainer in Mechanical Trades
The Task
- Planning, organisation and implementation of basic training for apprenticeships in mechanical trades such as Mechanical Practitioner EBA, Production Mechanic EFZ, Polymechanic EFZ
- Imparting practical and theoretical expertise in mechanics, such as measurement and testing technology, manufacturing fundamentals, conventional turning, CNC technology and pneumatics
- Professional leadership and support of specialist trainers in various production departments
- Preparation of apprentices for partial examinations and qualification procedures
- Recruitment of new apprentices in cooperation with the HR department
- Participation in internal career information events and regional career fairs
- Organisation of trial programmes and supervision of trial apprentices
- Optimisation of workflows and ensuring quality as well as process reliability
- Contact person for parents, vocational schools and authorities
What We Expect
- Completed basic training as a Polymechanic EFZ
- Further training as a trainer with SVEB certificate and/or Diploma Technician HF Mechanical Engineering is an advantage
- Enjoyment in supporting and developing apprentices
- Convincing and engaging personality with confident demeanour
- Strong communication, professional and social skills
- Independent, reliable and team-oriented working style
- Commitment, flexibility and sense of responsibility
