Johnel Nazareno

Professional Automotive Trainer with more than 20 years of experience in automotive training & development and management. Equipped with the ability to conduct Training Needs Analysis to determine the learner's and the company or institution's training needs and recommend actions to meet those needs in order to improve the work processes of the company or institution and the skills of the learners. Involvement in various skills competition as expert or coach both in vocational and industry level such as Singapore Grand Bus Tech Challenge, WorldSkills Singapore and ASEAN Skills Competition and Ford IMG Champions Trophy Skills Competition.

Having the student / technician I trained and coached won the Medallion for Excellence Award in the 2023 ASEAN Skills Competition and honor's award in the 2025 Ford IMG Champions Trophy Skills Competition held in Thailand is a testament to my proficient mentoring and coaching abilities. Developed various automotive course modules and conducted training in mechanical, electrical & HV system of the vehicle, to equip every technician with a thorough knowledge in work safety and proper skills required in vehicle service, repair and maintenance in accordance with the industry standards. Active participation in curriculum development and course validation of competency standards of different courses and levels in automotive to ensure that the required skills of the current and future technicians align with new & developing technologies of automotive vehicles specially those equipped with HV System.

Technical Trainer at Ford Group Philippines (2024-12 – Present)

• Delivers lessons in an effective manner by implementing various teaching strategies to keep learners engaged and motivated.
• Develop worksheets for different practical activities per course.
• Evaluates technician performance and documented progress and goals.
• Trains and coach technician for Ford IMG competition held in Thailand.
• Develops test package of Ford Philippines Skills competition.
• Provides technical guidance to technicians pertaining to troubleshooting.
• Ensures and maintained training facility, tools & equipment for readiness and safety, including conduct Training Facility Safety audit.
• Improves trainer skills & knowledge via eLearning, TTT (Trainer the Trainer) or practical activities.
• Assists with training development or design team to review and adjust materials to readiness before delivery training.
• Suggests and implement a Waste Elimination Project that resulted in saving costs in our training operation.
• Improves the Technician's Fix It Right First-Time target by providing effective and efficient training.
• Achieved the 2025 Technician Skill Mix target through constant communication and collaboration with dealer principals.
• Develops training calendar that suits the training needs of technicians to further develop their skills and knowledge in servicing and troubleshooting Ford Vehicles.

Automotive Lecturer at Institute of Technical Education (2012-01 – 2024-12)

• Delivered lessons in an effective manner by implementing various teaching strategies to keep learners engaged and motivated.
• Developed curriculum in Diploma and Higher National ITE certification to encourage students' progress and advance performance level.
• Evaluated student performance and documented progress and goals.
• Trained and coached students for competitions such as WorldSkills Singapore & ASEAN Skills Competition which resulted to winning the Medallion for Excellence in the 2023 ASEAN Skills Competition.
• Taught advance courses such as Engine Management Systems, CAN DATA Bus Systems and Vehicle Electrical System including High Voltage to industry technicians to deepen industry collaboration.
• Help build long-term skills for full-time and part-time students that is valuable in automotive marketplace.
• Participated in Industry organized Skills Competition as Expert or Coach (e.g. Singapore Bus Tech Challenge)
• Participated in trainings, meetings and seminars to expand knowledge and enhance the skills.
• Tracked students' performance per term and offered support to assure their success.

Automotive Instructor at The Otomotif College (2009-11 – 2011-11)

• Prepared lesson plans and training materials.
• Developed curriculum to encourage student progress and advance performance level.
• Evaluated student performance and documented progress and goals.
• Taught courses such as Basic Electrical and Electronics, Engine Management System and Vehicle diagnosing.
• Trained and coached students for competitions such as Skills Olympics.
• Participated in trainings, meetings and seminars to expand knowledge and optimized its applications.
• Tracked student attendance and offered support to reduce absences.
• Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to improve student outcomes.

Technical Trainer at Suzuki Saudia (2004-02 – 2009-10)

• Conducted TNA to After-sales personnel to determine their training needs & recommend the necessary actions to meet those needs to improve their skills that will result in improving their efficiency & productivity.
• Developed training curriculum and materials for After-Sales personnel.
• Prepared yearly budget for training.
• Conducted basic to advance courses for technicians to improve their skills resulting to increasing their efficiency and productivity.
• Planned the training schedule for the whole year.
• Conducted service operation procedure course for newly hired service advisor.
• Assist dealerships in providing technical support and warranty claims.
• Visited each dealership to conduct quality assurance in the After-sales Department.
• Regular updating of training materials to ensure that the lesson being delivered is timely and relevant.

Master in Master in Technician Education Major in Automotive Technology – Cebu Technological University (2022-09)

Diploma in Adult Continuing Education Institute of Adult Learning – Institute ff Adult Education (2015-08)

Bachelor's degree in BS Industrial Education Major in Automotive Technology – Laguna State Polytechnic University (2003-04)