Construction Workshop Technician – FE College (Cambridgeshire)

Dovetail and Slate; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave entitlement

Excellent pension scheme

On-site parking

Health cash plan

Retail/discounts

On-site dining and coffee outlets

Staff development and training

Job summary

Dovetail and Slate is seeking a Construction Technician to join our workshops in Cambridgeshire. You will support practical teaching sessions, set up tools and equipment, and help maintain workshop safety and standards.

The role requires qualifications in a construction trade and strong practical skills. You will work with teaching staff in a busy environment and benefit from a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Hold relevant qualifications in a recognized construction trade.
• Demonstrable practical skills and knowledge of construction tools and materials.
• Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience in a further education or training environment is desirable, with full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, set up, and dismantle tools, equipment, and materials for practical teaching sessions and demonstrations.
• Maintain, service, and repair workshop machinery and equipment to a high standard.
• Assist lecturing staff during practical student workshops and assessments.
• Oversee and maintain rigorous Health & Safety standards within all training areas.
• Manage workshop inventory and ensure resources are ready when needed.

Skills

Practical construction skills

Tool & equipment knowledge

Strong communication

Independent worker

Education

Construction trade qualification

Tools

Workshop machinery

Maintenance tools

Job description

Dovetail and Slate is seeking a Construction Technician to join our workshops in Cambridgeshire. You will support practical teaching sessions, set up tools and equipment, and help maintain workshop safety and standards.

The role requires qualifications in a construction trade and strong practical skills. You will work with teaching staff in a busy environment and benefit from a comprehensive benefits package.