Technician in Building Services

Cheshire College - South & West; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Technician in Building Services to provide quality support for learners and staff at their Ellesmere Port Campus. The role involves preparing sessions, providing technical support, and maintaining equipment. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and experience in a Building Services environment. This is a permanent position offering a competitive salary and various benefits.

Benefits

Access to world-class facilities

Financial support for teacher qualification

Pension scheme

35 days holiday plus bank holidays

Onsite fitness and childcare facilities

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Experience in a Building Services environment.
• IOSH qualification or willingness to work towards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sessions and workshop equipment for practical classes.
• Provide technical support within the Building Services department.
• Assist in practical classes and maintain materials and equipment.

Skills

Organisational skills

Technical support

Risk assessment

Education

Level 2 in relevant discipline

GCSE Grade C (4/5) Maths and English

Job description

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Technician in Building Services (EL452)

Salary: £23,492 (per annum)

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 37 per week

Location: Ellesmere Port Campus

We are seeking a Technician in Building Services to join our team, the role will be based at our Ellesmere Port Campus.

This is an excellent opportunity for an innovative and inspiring Technician to support in the provision of a quality support service for learners, visitors, customers and staff.

Key Responsibilities

To prepare sessions, workshop equipment and materials within the Building Services (Electrical, Brickwork, Carpentry, Joinery) curriculum area;

To provide technical support within the Building Services department;

Develop and construct activities for use in practical sessions;

Assist in practical classes, carrying out demonstrations and trialling practical activities;

Maintain materials and equipment in the area; and

Carry out risk assessments for technical activities.

Key Person Specification Requirements

Level 2 (or equivalent) in relevant discipline;

GCSE Grade C (4/5) Maths and English;

IOSH qualification (or equivalent) or willingness to work towards;

Valid first aid certificate or willingness to work towards;

Proven experience of working in a Building Services (Electrical, Brickwork, Carpentry, Joinery) environment;

Excellent organisational skills; and

Enhanced DBS check.

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further details.

If youre interested in this new opportunity, you can apply by sending a completed application form to by 9am on 12 May 2025.

We do not consider applications submitted through recruitment agencies.

The selection process will take place on 21 May 2025.

Benefits

Access to world-class facilities

Access to new qualifications to support your career in education such as short online courses in the areas below. If youre interested in learning more about this, please email .

Equality and Diversity

Information, Advice and Guidance

Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent

Principles of Customer Service

Financial support offered to obtain your teacher qualification

Extensive upskilling and professional development opportunities

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

35 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

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Onsite fitness and childcare facilities

Employee benefit platform

Onsite Costa, café, shop, restaurants, hair and beauty salon

Free onsite parking

If you wish to discuss any aspects of the role prior to making an application, then please email where arrangements will be made for a discussion with the relevant department.

About Us

Cheshire College South & West is the largest provider of post-16 education in the region, offering exciting opportunities to over 11,000 learners and 1,000 Apprentices, who all have access to world-class facilities as a result of a £160m investment in the latest technology and real working environments, at modern Campuses in Crewe, Ellesmere Port and Chester. The College is in the process of implementing a £30m capital investment programme to ensure learners continue to have access to the best possible resources and environment.

Cheshire College is a dynamic, high quality and financially robust College, which provides learners with the skills, experience and qualifications that will prepare them for their future career or higher-level study, encouraging them to become confident individuals who will make valuable contributions to businesses and the local economy.

There is a fantastic atmosphere at our three Campuses in Crewe, Ellesmere Port and Chester, providing an environment to get involved in exciting activities and an opportunity for learners to make new friends.

The College is proud of its strong links with local Employers such as Bentley Motors, Vauxhall Motors, SP Energy Networks, Ecolab and Unilever to ensure learners have access to work placements and industry professionals as well as ensuring the curriculum offer remains current and relevant to local, regional and national needs.

Ellesmere Port Campus

Our Impressive Facilities Are The Perfect Place For Learners To Meet New Friends And Be Immersed In An Environment That Is Ideal For Learning. As Well As Our Modern Classrooms, The Ellesmere Port Campus Boasts

Construction & Engineering Centre (Refurbished Summer 2022);

Award-winning restaurant, Academy West (Refurbished Summer 2023);

Mock aircraft cabin;

Fitness gym;

Hair, beauty and barbering salons (Refurbished Summer 2023); and

Professional theatre.

Cheshire College South and West is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Successful applicants will be required to provide a DBS Disclosure, Right to Work evidence and original qualification certificates. Online checks will be carried out and references will be sought.

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