Engineering Technician

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave entitlement

Free onsite parking

Health and wellbeing support services

Career development and training

Job summary

Our Client in Rotherham is seeking an Engineering Technician to support the delivery of high-quality fabrication training in a busy educational setting. You will assist practical sessions, maintain workshop equipment, and help develop facilities while ensuring safety and organisation.

The role requires proven fabrication/welding experience, Level 2 qualifications, and strong teamwork. It offers full-time hours, a local environment, and opportunities for career development within modern workshops.

Qualifications

• Proven industry experience within Fabrication and Welding.
• Level 2 qualification (or above) in Fabrication and Welding or a related discipline.
• Level 2 English and Maths qualification (or willingness to work towards).
• Strong practical workshop skills and understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A proactive and positive approach with a genuine interest in supporting learners.

Responsibilities

• Prepare workshops, equipment, and materials for practical lessons, assessments, and demonstrations.
• Support students and teaching staff during practical Fabrication and Welding sessions.
• Ensure workshop equipment and machinery are maintained, safe, and ready for use.
• Distribute and control tools, materials, and consumables.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering replacement equipment and materials.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, safety, and organisation throughout the workshop.
• Carry out routine maintenance checks and report faults when required.
• Support workshop security and ensure all equipment is stored correctly.
• Assist with departmental projects and collaborate with other technical staff across Engineering disciplines.

Skills

Fabrication and Welding

Communication

Teamwork

Practical workshop skills

Health and safety

Education

Level 2 qualification in Fabrication and Welding

Level 2 English and Maths qualification

Job description

Engineering Technician

Location: Rotherham

Salary: £25,456 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-Time, 37 hours per week

About the Role

Our Client is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Engineering Technician to support the delivery of high-quality engineering and fabrication training within a busy educational environment. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a background in Fabrication and Welding who is passionate about sharing their knowledge and helping learners develop practical industry skills. Working within modern workshop facilities, you will support both staff and students, ensuring practical sessions run smoothly, safely, and effectively. As a key member of the Engineering team, you will contribute to the ongoing development of workshop facilities, processes, and resources while helping to create an engaging learning environment for future engineers and welders.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare workshops, equipment, and materials for practical lessons, assessments, and demonstrations.
• Support students and teaching staff during practical Fabrication and Welding sessions.
• Ensure workshop equipment and machinery are maintained, safe, and ready for use.
• Distribute and control tools, materials, and consumables.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering replacement equipment and materials.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, safety, and organisation throughout the workshop.
• Carry out routine maintenance checks and report faults when required.
• Support workshop security and ensure all equipment is stored correctly.
• Assist with departmental projects and collaborate with other technical staff across Engineering disciplines.

About You

• Proven industry experience within Fabrication and Welding.
• Level 2 qualification (or above) in Fabrication and Welding or a related discipline.
• Level 2 English and Maths qualification (or willingness to work towards).
• Strong practical workshop skills and understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A proactive and positive approach with a genuine interest in supporting learners.

Benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Free onsite parking.
• Access to health and wellbeing support services.
• Career development and training opportunities.

This is a rewarding opportunity to help shape the next generation of skilled engineering professionals while working within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.