Machining Workshop Facilitator — Hands-on Training

Kirklees Council; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirklees College is seeking a Facilitator – Manual Machining Workshop to support the Engineering Centre. The role focuses on preparing machining sessions, ensuring equipment readiness, and helping learners develop practical skills in a safe, well-organised workshop.

The post involves supervising students, supporting demonstrations, and assisting in apprenticeship assessments, while upholding college values of kindness and excellence.

Qualifications

• Appropriate qualification in manual machining or demonstrated equivalent ability.
• Ability to communicate effectively with learners and staff.
• Commitment to health and safety in a workshop environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe, efficient operation of the workshop and support for practical sessions.
• Maintain tools and equipment, monitor stock, and prepare the workshop for sessions.
• Supervise students during tasks and assist lecturers with demonstrations.
• Assist in apprenticeship assessments and maintain a clean, professional learning environment.

Skills

Machining qualification

Communication skills

Health & safety awareness

Education

Qualification in manual machining

Job description

Kirklees College is seeking a Facilitator – Manual Machining Workshop to support the Engineering Centre. The role focuses on preparing machining sessions, ensuring equipment readiness, and helping learners develop practical skills in a safe, well-organised workshop.

The post involves supervising students, supporting demonstrations, and assisting in apprenticeship assessments, while upholding college values of kindness and excellence.