Technical Trainer

About the Position

Technical Trainer – D’Ieteren Academy

As a Technical Trainer within D’Ieteren Academy, you play a key role in developing and delivering high-quality technical training for our dealer network and internal teams.

The knowledge you transfer directly contributes to the correct maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of vehicles, in line with manufacturer standards, safety regulations, and quality requirements.

You operate in a fast-evolving automotive environment (electrification, digitalization, new technologies) and continuously adapt training content and methods accordingly.

Responsibilities

Training Delivery

• Deliver technical training sessions (classroom, workshop, digital or blended learning)
• Ensure effective knowledge transfer to technicians and dealer staff
• Adapt training approach to audience level (junior to expert)

Content Development

• Translate manufacturer training material into clear, practical, and impactful modules
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of training programs
• Integrate new technologies (EV, digital tools, diagnostics systems) into training content

Technical Expertise

• Stay up to date with automotive innovations (electrification, connectivity, etc.)
• Maintain strong technical knowledge aligned with OEM standards
• Support dealerships in understanding technical procedures and best practices

Operational Support

• Prepare training environments (vehicles, tools, components)
• Manage training materials and equipment when needed
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (training managers, technical experts)

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure training meets manufacturer requirements and certification standards
• Contribute to continuous improvement and quality assurance (ISO, audit context)
• Support the Academy in achieving customer satisfaction and operational excellence

Requirements

Core Skills

• Dutch: Full professional proficiency
• French: Full professional proficiency
• English: Limited working proficiency

Secondary Skills

• Diagnostic skills
• Organisational
• Behavioural competences
• Automotive technical
• Communication
• Training & pedagogical

Profile

Technical Background

• Strong technical knowledge in automotive technology
• Experience in diagnostics, repair, or technical support (dealer or OEM environment)
• Experience as a trainer is a strong asset

Training & Communication Skills

• Strong pedagogical skills and ability to explain complex topics clearly
• Comfortable presenting and facilitating training sessions
• Ability to adapt communication style to different audiences

Mindset & Competencies

• Passion for training and knowledge sharing
• Strong adaptability in a fast-changing technical environment
• Structured and quality-driven mindset
• Team player

We Offer

• A key role in the transformation of automotive training (electrification, digital learning)
• A dynamic and expert environment within D’Ieteren Academy
• Continuous learning and development opportunities
• The opportunity to work with leading automotive brands and technologies

About the Company

D’Ieteren Academy is dedicated to providing top-notch training and development opportunities in the automotive sector. We are committed to excellence and innovation, ensuring our trainers and trainees are always at the forefront of industry advancements.