Electrical Workshop Technician - Learner Support & Maintenance

The Methodist Church in Britain; East Finchley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Oaklands College is seeking a technician in the Electrical Installation department to prepare and maintain installation bays, tools and equipment for practical sessions. The role involves first-line repairs, inspections and supporting learners during lessons.

You will manage workshop resources, assist with apprenticeships and events, and help ensure compliance with health and safety standards and electrical regulations such as BS 7671.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in electrical installation or equivalent.
• Industry experience in electrical installation.
• Experience maintaining tools, equipment and workshop resources.
• Experience supporting apprenticeships or training programmes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, set up and maintain electrical installation bays, tools, equipment and workshop resources for practical sessions
• Carry out routine inspections, servicing, first‑line maintenance and fault diagnosis, keeping equipment safe and compliant
• Provide practical support in lessons, demonstrating safe equipment use and supporting learners
• Manage workshop materials, consumables and resources, maintaining stock levels and coordinating orders
• Conduct regular health and safety inspections and keep accurate compliance records
• Support risk assessments and oversee safe working practices, including PUWER, COSHH, PAT testing and electrical standards
• Support departmental activities such as workshop planning, open events, employer engagement, learner competitions and curriculum projects
• Contribute to continuous improvement and work with colleagues to deliver a strong learner experience

Skills

BS 7671 knowledge

Health & safety

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Learner support

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 in electrical installation

Tools

Workshop equipment maintenance

PAT testing knowledge

Job description

Oaklands College is seeking a technician in the Electrical Installation department to prepare and maintain installation bays, tools and equipment for practical sessions. The role involves first-line repairs, inspections and supporting learners during lessons.

You will manage workshop resources, assist with apprenticeships and events, and help ensure compliance with health and safety standards and electrical regulations such as BS 7671.