Technician - Engineering

Eastcoast; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Technician in Engineering to inspire and support students in their learning journey. This role involves providing essential workshop support, ensuring that all equipment is well-maintained, and coaching students to enhance their skills in machining and engineering practices. With a commitment to fostering the next generation of engineers, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of students. Join a passionate team in a forward-thinking environment that values innovation and quality in education.

Benefits

38 days holiday

Generous pension scheme – Employer Contribution of 22%

Excellent CPD opportunities

Discounted use of Gym, Salon, and Restaurant

Qualifications

• Experience in Engineering and a passion for teaching.
• Ability to coach and develop student skills effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support students and staff in the workshop environment.
• Maintain equipment and facilities to ensure usability.
• Coach and develop students' skills in Engineering.

Skills

Engineering

Coaching

Machining

CNC

Education

Level 3 Qualification in Engineering

Tools

Machining Tools

Job description

Job Title: Technician - Engineering

Location: Lowestoft

Hours: Full Time – 37 hpw

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Band E - £23500.00 FTE

Are you passionate about Engineering? Are you looking to make a real impact with your industry experience? Are you looking to focus a wealth of Engineering experience on developing the future workforce?

At East Coast College, our Engineering team sits within state-of-the-art facilities and is made up of lecturers, assessors, technicians, and work placement administrators, who are all committed to the innovative and quality-driven curriculum and training the Engineering sector needs.

Our Engineering team is currently developing the skills and knowledge of around 370 students spanning Further Education, Higher Education, and Apprenticeship qualifications, and you will be a driving mechanism in their achievement.

With exciting developments to the curriculum such as T-Levels and a focus on Apprenticeships, your ability to inspire and challenge students will add to the already highly regarded delivery our long-running employer partnerships throughout Norfolk and Suffolk enjoy. Maximising resources through knowledge of the sector needs, advances in practice and technology, and an inherent love for Engineering will all facilitate student and college success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide invaluable support within the workshop – students and staff
• Ensuring equipment, materials, and facilities are well maintained and accessible/usable
• Ability to coach and develop student skills and knowledge
• Level 3 Machining – Milling, Turning, CNC highly desirable

What East Coast College Offers You:

• 38 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Generous pension scheme – Employer Contribution of 22%
• Excellent CPD opportunities
• Discounted use of Gym, Salon, and Restaurant

If you’d like to find out more about this opportunity to be a part of East Coast College, then apply now, or contact Lucy Stebbings at [e-mail] for more information or to receive the application in an accessible format.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.

East Coast College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults; we therefore expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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