Technical Instructor Marine Electrics And Simulation

Solent University Services Ltd; Southampton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS check required

Health surveillance required

Job summary

Solent University Services Ltd in Southampton seeks a Technical Instructor in Marine Electrics and Engineering Simulation to deliver hands-on instruction across Electro-Technical Officer and Marine Engineering programs.

You will lead practical teaching in marine electrical systems, automation, power distribution, and control systems, operate simulation and lab facilities, and guide students in using specialist software and equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering hands-on instruction in marine electrics and engineering simulation.
• Ability to supervise safe, compliant student activity in lab settings.
• Experience operating simulation and lab facilities and guiding use of specialist software.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on instruction across Electro-Technical Officer and Marine Engineering programs.
• Lead practical teaching in marine electrical systems, automation, power distribution and control systems.
• Operate simulation and lab facilities and guide students in using specialist software and equipment.
• Supervise safe, compliant student activity and support skills development.

Skills

Marine electrics

Engineering simulation

Hands-on instruction

Lab supervision

Tools

Marine simulation software

Lab equipment handling

Job description

Technical Instructor Marine Electrics and Simulation

We are seeking a Technical Instructor in Marine Electrics and Engineering Simulation to deliver hands‑on instruction across Electro‑Technical Officer (ETO) and Marine Engineering programs. You will lead practical teaching in marine electrical systems, automation, power distribution, and control systems, operate simulation and lab facilities, and guide students in using specialist software and equipment. The role also involves supervising safe, compliant student activity, supporting skills development, and providing technical expertise for research, training, and simulation‑based courses.

School/Service Warsash Maritime School Salary £38,249 - £44,128 Vacancy Type Filter Technician Is a DBS check required? Yes Is Health Surveillance required? Yes Career Pathway PS - Technical specialist Terms of Contract Indefinite Contract Type Full Time Normal Place of work Southampton Campus Employer Solent University Services Ltd Closing Date 30/10/2026 Ref No 13289 Documents

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Southampton Solent University's School of Technology and Maritime Industries has a global reputation for delivering real‑world, practice‑led education to deliver the future leaders of the engineering and maritime industries.

About Southampton Solent University

With a strong track record of innovation and creativity, Southampton Solent University (SSU) has grown to become one of the country’s leading practice‑based universities. SSU today is a flourishing community of academics, students and professional services staff with a reputation for the quality of our teaching, for our engagement with industry and for the employability of our graduates.

SSU has strong local roots within Southampton and its region, working closely with the city, the community, employers and voluntary organisations. The University is open, friendly and inclusive, with not surprisingly, given its great location and growing reputation, a strong international dimension.

As part of the University community, SSU offers a range of professional development opportunities, from completing a post‑graduated certificate in education, to completing a further master's degree or even working towards a PhD, there are numerous opportunities available to staff as part of their professional development.

As part of the South Coast Institute of Technology (IoT), our programmes are designed in partnership with leading colleges, universities, and industry employers to create clear career pathways in technology. IoT courses like this one are precisely aligned with the needs of maritime, engineering, and digital industries, where demand is high for talented new engineers, technologists, technicians, and creatives.