Construction Technician

South Hampshire Colleges Group; Fareham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Fareham seeks a dedicated Construction Technician/Workshop Assistant. This role involves supporting student workshops, preparing materials, and ensuring safety compliance. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of GCSE grade 4 in English & Maths, preferably with construction certifications. The job offers great perks, including six weeks of leave and a generous pension contribution. We value teamwork, motivation skills, and a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

6 weeks leave per year

Generous employer pension contribution

Regular training and development

Qualifications

• Experience in the education sector is desirable.
• Good organisational skills to manage workload.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare learning materials/tools for student use.
• Support students in workshops.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety policies.
• Update and maintain COSHH records.
• Organise and maintain workshops and equipment.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Ability to work under pressure

Team collaboration

Education

Minimum GCSE grade 4 / C in English & Maths

Level 3 in Construction (Brick, Carpentry, Electrical or Plumbing)

First aid at work certificate

Job description

Care to Join Us

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a passionate, dedicated and skilled Construction Technician/Workshop Assistant. The information below provides more detail about the role.

We offer great benefits including;

• 6 weeks leave per year, plus bank holidays (pro rata).
• Generous employer pension contribution
• Regular training and development.

Duties

• To prepare learning materials/tools/equipment for student use in taught sessions.
• To support students in the workshops as directed by CAM or Curriculum Director.
• To reclaim materials at the end of the teaching day, recycling where appropriate.
• To organise and maintain workshops.
• To ensure that the College's health, safety and welfare policies and procedures are adhered to, particularly in the workplace notifying the lecturer of any potential hazards or taking appropriate action to ensure a healthy environment.
• To write and update Risk Assessment for the curriculum area which relate to the use of spaces, equipment and activities.
• Update and maintain COSHH records for Construction workshops.
• To ensure all staff and students are familiar with and can operate equipment safely. To maintain records of any instruction carried out.
• Construct, install, maintain and modify equipment and materials as required.
• To initiate orders for supplies and/or equipment as necessary.
• To organise and maintain an equipment/materials store and stock list in an orderly and tidy manner.
• To be responsible for ensuring that all tools/equipment issued to students are collected and stored.
• To move equipment and materials, as necessary for the purposes of your post and, if required, set up and test readiness for use. Return to store after use.
• To present the college in the best light at all times and ensure that all areas of personal activity comply with standards laid down by the college and relevant outside agencies.
• Undertake professional development and training to contribute to individual and College development as agreed through the College Appraisal purpose.
• Carry out all duties with due regard to Health and Safety Regulations.
• Ensure compliance with the Financial Regulations of the College.
• To positively promote equality of opportunity for staff and students.
• First Aider

Skills / Experience

• Experience of working within the education sector is desirable.
• Good organisational skills with ability to organise own workload and able to work collaboratively within a team.
• Good time management
• Able to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines and targets

Qualifications

• Minimum GCSE grade 4 / C in English & Maths or equivalent.
• Level 3 in Construction (Brick, Carpentry, Electrical or Plumbing) is desirable
• First aid at work certificate

Ideal Attributes

• Able to motivate others particularly young people
• Good IT skills

About Us

The South Hampshire College Group (SHCG) is a dynamic, purpose driven Further Education organisation with a commitment to Creating Better Futures for learners, employers and communities within South Hampshire and beyond.

We pride ourselves on living our values - Collaborative, Inclusive and Aspirational. We also understand the difference exceptional employees can make to us delivering outstanding results and we are always seeking to attract talent who can add value and who will be proud to be part of our growing organisation.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.