Engineering Technician

Mid Kent College; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

MidKent College is seeking an Engineering Technician at Maidstone Campus to provide practical and technical support across IoT and Construction Skills Factory facilities. You will prepare, maintain and safely operate equipment, assist lecturers and students, and help maintain high health and safety standards for practical sessions.

The role involves setting up labs, ensuring safe use of machinery and software, and supporting project work, while contributing to an industry-relevant learning

Responsibilities

• Prepare, set up and dismantle equipment, tools, materials and resources for practical classes, demonstrations and assessments.
• Provide technical support to lecturers and students, demonstrating the safe and effective use of specialist equipment, tools, machinery and software.
• Maintain IoT facilities, workshops and Construction Skills Factory areas in a safe, clean, organised and operational condition.
• Carry out routine equipment checks, cleaning and basic maintenance in accordance with manufacturer guidance and College procedures.
• Identify equipment faults, undertake basic troubleshooting and report defects, arranging specialist repairs where necessary.
• Monitor stock levels, maintain accurate equipment and maintenance records, and assist with ordering materials, consumables and replacement equipment.
• Ensure tools, equipment, materials and hazardous substances are stored, handled and disposed of safely
• Follow risk assessments and safe systems of work, promoting compliance with health and safety legislation and College procedures.
• Monitor workshop safety, report hazards, accidents and near misses, and support health and safety inspections.
• Provide practical guidance to students undertaking projects and assignments, supporting the safe use of equipment and development of technical skills.
• Assist students with practical tasks, testing and basic technical problem-solving, working alongside lecturers as required.
• Support the operation, installation and maintenance of specialist technologies, software and equipment relevant to the IoT curriculum.
• Assist with equipment servicing, inspections and calibration schedules, maintaining appropriate records and reporting any concerns.
• Contribute to improving workshop procedures, equipment availability and the efficient use of facilities and resources.
• Work collaboratively with lecturers and colleagues, attend relevant meetings and training, maintain professional standards and undertake other duties appropriate to the grade and nature of the role.

Job description

Engineering Technician

Application Deadline: 29 October 2026

Department: Curriculum - Higher Education

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Maidstone Campus

Reporting To: Richard Abiodun

Compensation: £28,625 - £33,063 / year

Description

To provide technical and practical support for teaching and learning across the Institute of Technology (IoT) and Construction Skills Factory facilities. The postholder will prepare, maintain and support the safe use of specialist equipment, tools, materials and learning environments, ensuring facilities are fit for purpose and practical sessions run effectively.

The postholder will support lecturers and students during practical activities, provide guidance on the safe and effective use of equipment, assist with student projects and practical assessments, and maintain high standards of health and safety, organisation and equipment care. The role will contribute to an effective, industry-relevant learning environment that supports the development of students’ technical skills and knowledge.

Main Responsibilities and Duties:

• 1. Prepare, set up and dismantle equipment, tools, materials and resources for practical classes, demonstrations and assessments.
• 2. Provide technical support to lecturers and students, demonstrating the safe and effective use of specialist equipment, tools, machinery and software.
• 3. Maintain IoT facilities, workshops and Construction Skills Factory areas in a safe, clean, organised and operational condition.
• 4. Carry out routine equipment checks, cleaning and basic maintenance in accordance with manufacturer guidance and College procedures.
• 5. Identify equipment faults, undertake basic troubleshooting and report defects, arranging specialist repairs where necessary.
• 6. Monitor stock levels, maintain accurate equipment and maintenance records, and assist with ordering materials, consumables and replacement equipment.
• 7. Ensure tools, equipment, materials and hazardous substances are stored, handled and disposed of safely
• 8. Follow risk assessments and safe systems of work, promoting compliance with health and safety legislation and College procedures.
• 9. Monitor workshop safety, report hazards, accidents and near misses, and support health and safety inspections.
• 10. Provide practical guidance to students undertaking projects and assignments, supporting the safe use of equipment and development of technical skills.
• 11. Assist students with practical tasks, testing and basic technical problem-solving, working alongside lecturers as required.
• 12. Support the operation, installation and maintenance of specialist technologies, software and equipment relevant to the IoT curriculum.
• 13. Assist with equipment servicing, inspections and calibration schedules, maintaining appropriate records and reporting any concerns.
• 14. Contribute to improving workshop procedures, equipment availability and the efficient use of facilities and resources.
• 15. Work collaboratively with lecturers and colleagues, attend relevant meetings and training, maintain professional standards and undertake other duties appropriate to the grade and nature of the role.

Application Requirements

To ensure compliance with safeguarding guidelines, all applicants must complete the application form in full. This includes providing:

• A full employment history from the time you left full-time education, with details of any gaps in employment explained.
• Information on all relevant education and qualifications.

Please note, incomplete applications will not be considered. Your co-operation helps us maintain the highest standards of safety and care for children and young people.

Benefits

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