Technical Trainer (1 Position)

🏢 Company: Horizon Bridge
📍 Location: Huye, Rwanda
🏫 Project Site: Rwanda Polytechnic – Huye College
👤 Reports To: Lead Technical Trainer
📄 Employment Type: Full-Time
📅 Start Date: Immediately after selection

About the Company

Horizon Bridge is a consulting firm headquartered in Germany and Rwanda, specializing in:

• Building project teams

• Supporting global project implementation

The company is currently implementing a project with GIZ to establish a training center at Rwanda Polytechnic (RP) – Huye College, focused on upskilling metalworkers in Rwanda and advancing technical industry standards.

Position Overview

The Technical Trainer will support delivery of technical and practical training modules in metalwork and mechanical operations.

The role ensures:

• High-quality training delivery (theory and practice)

• Effective supervision of trainees

• Safe and professional workshop operations

The position works closely with the Lead Technical Trainer and other trainers to ensure balanced workload and consistent delivery.

Core Training Modules

• Occupational Health and Safety

• Technical Drawing Interpretation

• Metal Component Production

• Assembly

• Finishing Works

• Workplace Integration

Key Responsibilities

Training Delivery

• Deliver and support technical training across assigned modules

• Supervise trainees during practical workshop sessions

• Ensure safe use of tools and machinery

• Integrate theory with hands-on practice

Technical & Practical Tasks

• Lead safety, hygiene, and housekeeping training

• Conduct technical drawing interpretation demonstrations

• Supervise production tasks (filing, drilling, marking, machining)

• Co-lead assembly sessions (fitting, fastening, alignment)

• Conduct quality control inspections during finishing works

• Oversee high-risk machine operations (lathe, milling, drilling)

• Support PPE training, first aid, and ergonomic practices

Student Support & Assessment

• Deliver employability skills training:

  • job applications

  • communication

  • interview preparation

• Conduct industrial visits and monitor student progress

• Evaluate competencies and support final assessments

• Maintain training records and logbooks

Supplementary Responsibilities

• Facilitate and oversee examinations

• Prepare project reports

• Support project coordination tasks

• Assist in establishing and equipping the training workshop

• Organize networking and information events

• Promote employment opportunities and industry partnerships

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in:

  • Mechanical Engineering

  • Industrial Engineering

Professional Experience

• Minimum 4 years of industrial mechanical experience

• At least 2 years in machining operations (lathe, milling, drilling)

• Experience in:

  • assembly and maintenance

  • fitting and alignment work

• Minimum:

  • 2 years teaching technical drawing

  • 3 years delivering practical training in TVET or related field

Language Requirements

• English: C1 level (business proficiency)

• Kinyarwanda: B2 level (fluent)

Technical Skills

• Basic knowledge of CAD software

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

• Familiarity with workshop documentation tools

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Opportunities for professional development

• Collaborative and supportive work environment

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit their applications via email:

📧 horizonbridge2023@gmail.com

Application Deadline

📅 25 March 2026

⚠ Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted