Technician - Electrical Installation

Bedford College Group; Bedford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Bedford is seeking a full-time Technician in Electrical Installation to assist in the Construction department. This role involves workshop support, equipment management, and ensuring health and safety compliance. Ideal candidates will have a Level 2 NVQ/Diploma in a construction trade and experience in the electrical industry. The position offers competitive pay and excellent professional development opportunities.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus Bank holidays

People's pension

Retail and Leisure Discounts

Professional and personal development opportunities

Qualifications

• Holds a Level 2 NVQ/Diploma in a construction trade and GCSEs in English and Maths.
• Experience in the electrical industry and understands safe working practices.
• Demonstrates high performance, self-motivation, and alignment with the college's values.

Responsibilities

• Assist lecturers in Electrical Installations, ensuring tools and equipment are safe.
• Develop systems for inventory control and ordering supplies.
• Maintain a clean and hazard-free workshop, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Industry experience in electrical installations

High communication skills

Effective teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Level 2 NVQ/Diploma in a construction trade

GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent)

Job description

Role Overview

Role: Technician - Electrical Installation

Location: Bedford College - Cauldwell Street Campus

Salary/Benefits: Salary is between £23,557 and £25,849 per annum DOE and Qualifications, 27 days annual leave plus Bank holidays, People's pension, Retail and Leisure Discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses.

Hours/Weeks: Permanent - Full Time

Contract Type: 37 hours per week - 52 weeks per year

About the role

We are currently seeking a Technician in Electrical Installation to join our Construction department at The Bedford College Group.

As a Technician, you play an important role in the success of our students through:

• Workshop Support & Maintenance - Assist lecturers and trainers in Electrical Installations and wider Construction areas, ensuring tools, equipment, and facilities are safe, secure, and ready for use.
• Stock & Equipment Management - Develop systems for inventory control, equipment sign-out, and ordering supplies; monitor budgets and report any projected overspend.
• Health & Safety Compliance - Maintain a clean, hazard-free workshop, conduct risk and COSHH assessments, and ensure operations meet current safety regulations.
• Student & Staff Support - Support learners in practical sessions, manufacture teaching aids, and uphold college policies on discipline, safeguarding, and inclusion.
• College-Wide Engagement - Participate in marketing events, training, and development activities; contribute to site security and promote the college's values and reputation.

About you

• Qualifications & Training - Holds a Level 2 NVQ/Diploma in a construction trade, GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent), and is willing to gain First Aid and Level 2 English/Maths if not already held.
• Industry Experience & Knowledge - Brings experience in the electrical industry, understands safe working practices and construction trades, and can maintain tools, equipment, and stock inventories.
• Professionalism & Values - Demonstrates high performance, self-motivation, and alignment with values such as student focus, respect, openness, and honesty, while promoting the organisation's reputation.
• Communication & Teamwork - Communicates confidently across various formats, works effectively with diverse individuals, and contributes positively to team dynamics and equality and diversity efforts.
• Safeguarding & Flexibility - Committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, maintains appropriate boundaries, and shows flexibility in working hours, locations, and continuous skill development.

For a more detailed breakdown of the job role and the requirements, please see the Job Description attached to this vacancy.

Other details

Interviews to be held: TBC

Safeguarding The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to thorough vetting process which includes, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions. The Bedford College Group's policy on Employment of Ex-Offenders is attached to this vacancy. Candi dates who are barred from working with children are reminded it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.

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