Design and Technology Technician - Workshop Support

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

GEMS Education UAE is seeking a Design and Technology Technician - Workshop Support in Dubai to prepare workshops, maintain equipment and assist teachers and students in practical sessions. You will ensure tools, machinery and materials are ready and safe for each lesson, and support safe, efficient workshop operations within the DT program.

The ideal candidate has a BA in Design or related field, hands-on workshop experience, and a strong focus on safety, organization and effective resource

Qualifications

• BA degree in Design or related field; hands-on workshop experience.
• Familiarity with workshop tools, machinery and safety practices.
• Ability to supervise students and work independently with teachers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials, tools, machinery and equipment before Design and Technology practical lessons.
• Set up workshop areas according to lesson requirements and ensure resources are ready for safe student use.
• Support teachers and students during practical sessions while reinforcing correct handling of tools and machinery.
• Inspect workshop machinery, hand tools and technical equipment regularly to confirm they remain safe and operational.
• Perform routine maintenance and basic technical repairs where appropriate.
• Identify equipment faults, unsafe conditions, hazards or incidents and report them promptly.
• Complete workshop safety checks and assist with risk assessments for practical activities.
• Maintain accurate safety, maintenance, inspection and equipment records.
• Monitor DT materials and consumables and maintain suitable stock levels for scheduled projects.
• Support inventory control and arrange material orders when required.
• Store tools, machinery, materials and chemicals securely and according to appropriate safety procedures.
• Keep workshops, preparation rooms and storage spaces clean, organised and ready for teaching.
• Provide practical fabrication and technical assistance for student projects and departmental activities.
• Assist with Design and Technology displays, exhibitions, showcases and school events.
• Support teachers in maintaining efficient day-to-day workshop operations.
• Follow GEMS safeguarding, child protection, confidentiality and professional conduct requirements.
• Ensure workshop practices comply with school, KHDA and GEMS health and safety expectations.
• Maintain appropriate supervision standards when students are participating in practical activities.

Skills

Workshop support

Machinery operation

Tools handling

Safety compliance

Inventory management

Student supervision

Education

BA degree in Design or related field

Job description

Job Snapshot

Role: Design and Technology Technician - Workshop Support Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Education Function: Technician Experience: Practical workshop, engineering, manufacturing, construction or related technical experience Job Type: Full-time Position Overview Design and Technology Technician - Workshop Support in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is an Education opportunity for a technically skilled and safety-conscious professional joining GEMS School of Research and Innovation. The school is hiring a hands-on DT Technician to support practical curriculum delivery by preparing workshops, maintaining machinery and tools, managing materials, assisting students and teachers, and ensuring all practical activities meet required health and safety standards.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Education Function: Technician Salary: 6000-9000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Design and Technology Technician will help create a safe, efficient and well-prepared workshop environment where students can participate confidently in practical design, engineering and fabrication activities. The role connects technical workshop operations with classroom learning by ensuring that tools, machinery, materials and workspaces are ready for use before each practical session. Working closely with DT teachers and students, the technician will support inquiry-based and project-focused learning while maintaining rigorous standards of equipment care, resource control, risk management and workshop organisation. Reliable technical support will directly influence lesson quality, student safety and the department 's ability to deliver practical projects effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare materials, tools, machinery and equipment before Design and Technology practical lessons.


• Set up workshop areas according to lesson requirements and ensure resources are ready for safe student use.


• Support teachers and students during practical sessions while reinforcing correct handling of tools and machinery.


• Inspect workshop machinery, hand tools and technical equipment regularly to confirm they remain safe and operational.


• Perform routine maintenance and basic technical repairs where appropriate.


• Identify equipment faults, unsafe conditions, hazards or incidents and report them promptly.


• Complete workshop safety checks and assist with risk assessments for practical activities.


• Maintain accurate safety, maintenance, inspection and equipment records.


• Monitor DT materials and consumables and maintain suitable stock levels for scheduled projects.


• Support inventory control and arrange material orders when required.


• Store tools, machinery, materials and chemicals securely and according to appropriate safety procedures.


• Keep workshops, preparation rooms and storage spaces clean, organised and ready for teaching.


• Provide practical fabrication and technical assistance for student projects and departmental activities.


• Assist with Design and Technology displays, exhibitions, showcases and school events.


• Support teachers in maintaining efficient day-to-day workshop operations.


• Follow GEMS safeguarding, child protection, confidentiality and professional conduct requirements.


• Ensure workshop practices comply with school, KHDA and GEMS health and safety expectations.


• Maintain appropriate supervision standards when students are participating in practical activities.

Ideal Profile

Candidates should hold a BA degree in Design or a related field and bring practical experience from a workshop, Design and Technology, engineering, manufacturing, construction or comparable technical environment. Strong familiarity with workshop tools, machinery, materials and safe operating practices is important. The successful candidate should be comfortable working around practical equipment and capable of supporting young people while maintaining clear safety boundaries. A good understanding of workplace health and safety, risk awareness and equipment handling is essential. The role also requires careful organisation, dependable resource management and the ability to maintain accurate records. Candidates should be able to work independently when preparing or maintaining workshops while remaining collaborative and responsive to the needs of teachers and students. A practical approach to problem-solving and pride in maintaining clean, efficient and safe working areas will be important.

Skills Set

• Design and Technology workshop support


• Workshop preparation


• Machinery operation


• Hand and power tools


• Equipment maintenance


• Basic technical repairs


• Fabrication support


• Workshop safety


• Risk assessment


• Health and safety compliance


• Equipment inspection


• Materials management


• Inventory control


• Stock monitoring


• Technical resource preparation


• Workshop organisation


• Tool storage


• Machinery safety


• Practical classroom support


• Student supervision


• Engineering workshop practices


• Manufacturing processes


• Design project support


• Safeguarding


• KHDA compliance

Why Join Us

This position offers the opportunity to contribute directly to practical and technology-led education within GEMS School of Research and Innovation. The role is well suited to someone who enjoys hands-on technical work and wants to apply workshop, engineering or fabrication skills within a modern educational environment. Supporting practical DT learning provides exposure to student design projects, technical problem-solving, workshop management and evolving learning technologies. The position also offers the stability of working within the established GEMS Education network while contributing to a school focused on authentic, inquiry-based and future-ready learning.

About the Company

GEMS Education operates a major international network of schools with a strong presence in Dubai and across the UAE. GEMS School of Research and Innovation focuses on inquiry-based, technology-enabled and practical learning experiences designed to develop future-ready skills. Its educational approach combines academic learning with design, innovation and hands-on technical experiences supported by modern systems, specialist resources and professionally managed learning environments.