Electrical / Electronic Engineering

Richmond upon Thames College; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A further education college in Twickenham is seeking a Technician to support the Electrical / Electronic Engineering section. Responsibilities include preparing equipment for lectures, supervising students in workshops while ensuring adherence to health and safety, and supporting the teaching teams. A Level 3 qualification in Electrical / Electronic Engineering and relevant experience are essential. The position is full-time, 36 hours per week, on a 1-year Fixed Term Contract.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Wellbeing programme

Cycling to work scheme

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Electrical / Electronic Engineering is required.
• Relevant experience in Electrical / Electronic Engineering is necessary.
• Ability to work effectively with students aged 16 – 19.

Responsibilities

• Support students and staff in the Electrical / Electronic Engineering section.
• Prepare and maintain equipment for lectures.
• Supervise students in the workshop environment.

Skills

Health and safety knowledge

Communication skills

Supportive teaching

Education

Level 3 qualification in Electrical / Electronic Engineering

Job description

We are seeking a Technician to support students and staff in our Electrical / Electronic Engineering section at our Richmond Campus. You would prepare and maintain equipment for use by lecturing staff and students, demonstrate the use of equipment and support the teaching teams in their delivery of the curriculum. You would also supervise students in the workshop ensuring that they comply with health and safety requirements and good workshop practice. Candidates would be expected to have a flexible approach.

You will need to possess a Level 3 qualification in Electrical / Electronic Engineering, relevant experience in this area and the ability to work effectively with young people aged 16 – 19. You should have a good understanding of health and safety requirements and good communication skills.

This is a full-time role, 36 hours per week and is a 1 year Fixed Term Contract.

Richmond upon Thames College is part of the Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge College Group (HRUC) and is one of London’s most successful Further Education Colleges providing education and training to 16-19 year old’s and adults from across Richmond, London and Surrey, for over 80 years. We have opened a new building in 2020 and developed a brand-new technology-focused STEM Centre in September 2024.

At HRUC we offer free onsite parking, wellbeing programme, cycling to work scheme, among other company benefits. This exciting and innovative new learning environment is located within the grounds of the current college site, so remains convenient for public transport links – it is adjacent to the A316 and just a short walk from Twickenham rail station and a number of regular London bus routes.

• Please note, we do not offer sponsorship for this role.

Notice for Recruitment Agencies :

HRUC operates with a managed service provider (MSP) for recruitment services. We do not accept unsolicited emails, CVs, or contact from recruitment agencies. Any CVs or information sent to HRUC outside of this process will not be considered or acted upon, regardless of the terms and conditions stated by the agency

Further details :

The College is committed to the Safeguarding of all students and children, actively promoting the welfare of children. It is an offence to apply for this role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.

A number of Safeguarding vetting checks will be undertaken on all successful candidates prior to commencement in post.

This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 or amendments made (Exceptions Order 1975 (amended 2013 & 2020))