Engineering Technician (maternity cover)

HSDC; Waterlooville; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Waterlooville is seeking a skilled Engineering Technician for a maternity cover role. You will support daily operations in workshops, manage resources, ensure health and safety compliance, and assist teaching staff. Ideal candidates will have technical qualifications, relevant experience, and a commitment to student support. The position offers access to training, generous pension plans, and competitive holiday leave, creating an enriching work environment.

Benefits

Access to training and workshops

Generous pension plans

Ample annual leave

Exclusive discounts with retailers

Qualifications

• Technical qualification in Engineering or relevant experience required.
• Relevant industrial or subject experience is essential.
• Must have working knowledge of the curriculum area.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of teaching resources and maintain the workshop.
• Assist teaching staff and students in practical sessions.
• Review health and safety policies and carry out risk assessments.

Skills

Level 3 qualification in the relevant subject area

Technical qualification in the relevant subject area

Experience of following/applying Health & Safety Procedures

Understanding and awareness of Health & Safety legislation

Education

Level 3 qualification

Technical qualification

Job description

Engineering Technician (maternity cover)

Job Title: Engineering Technician

Department: Engineering

Campus: South Downs

Salary: Grade 3 Spine Point 12 - £24,703.40 (Actual salary: £12,685.53)

Contract Type: 19 hours / 1 year maternity cover

About the Role

HSDC is looking to appoint a skilled and motivated Engineering Technician to support the daily operation of our workshops and learning environments. You will play a key role in preparing resources, maintaining equipment, and ensuring health and safety standards are consistently met. Working closely with teaching staff, you will assist both staff and students in practical sessions, help manage tools and materials, and carry out routine maintenance and safety checks. This role is ideal for someone with strong technical skills, industry knowledge, and a commitment to creating a safe, well‑equipped, and supportive environment for student learning.

Responsibilities

• Support with the preparation of teaching resources and set up to support teaching staff prior and after teaching sessions. Support general cleaning and maintenance checks throughout the workshop.
• Provide assistance to teaching staff in the workshop setting – offering support to individuals or groups of students within the learning environment.
• Undertake reviews of health and safety policies and procedures in the workplace and undertake risk assessments.
• Implement and maintain the regulations of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and all other related Health and Safety legislation and regulations.
• Participate in curriculum area, College, employer/parent functions, meetings and promotional activities as required.

Requirements

• Level 3 qualification in the relevant subject area or relevant industry experience.
• Technical qualification in the relevant subject area.
• Relevant industrial/subject experience.
• Experience of following/applying Health & Safety Procedures.
• Working knowledge of the relevant curriculum area.
• Experience of ordering supplies and maintaining stock levels.
• Understanding and awareness of Health & Safety legislation.

Benefits

• Invest in Your Growth: Access a wide range of training, in‑house coaching, workshops, and funding for qualifications. Opportunities for funded research, with potential international travel.
• Generous Pension Plans: Benefit from either the Local Government Pension Scheme or Teachers' Pension Scheme.
• Ample Time Off: Enjoy a generous annual leave package to maintain a healthy work‑life balance.
• Exclusive Discounts: Get an NUS TOTUM card, offering discounts with hundreds of retailers.

Application

We strive to offer an inclusive and accessible recruitment and interview process to all candidates. Should you have any questions, or require any support with reasonable adjustments, please contact [e-mail] and a member of our team will respond as soon as possible. For more information on the position itself, please connect with Garry Adams at [e-mail] for any queries. Please note, we appreciate the value of each applicant but kindly ask that you complete an application form as we do not accept CVs.