Engineering Technician

Here at Brockenhurst College, we are looking to recruit an Engineering Technician on a part -time, term time only basis. In return,you will receive a competitive salary of £23,556 per annum, pro rata.

We are a high-achieving college who attract around 2,800 sixth form students across the region each year. We are based within the stunning New Forest National Park and offer our students a huge range of courses and superb facilities.

The Role:

As our Engineering Technician, you will undertake a range of technical duties in support of the academic function split between electronics and mechanical engineering workshop support.

Organisation

Brockenhurst College

Curriculum/Support Area

Engineering

Employment Basis

Term time only, part time hours

Contracted working hours

20

Location

Brockenhurst College

Responsibilities as our Engineering Technician will include:

• Assisting in the development of new equipment, practical’s, and projects including building, testing and debugging prototype circuits and costing
• Assisting in the production of sets of printed circuit boards or component kits for class groups. As well as supporting with general Mechanical engineering
• Checking stocks of equipment and materials and placing orders for replacement and new items in consultation with the Head of Curriculum.  Maintaining a collection of catalogues.  Taking delivery of equipment and materials and updating stock lists, index and inventory
• Monitoring and updating department budget using department spreadsheet
• Track student project costs, using departmental spreadsheet
• Recycling electronic components back into stock after student use
• Assisting the lecturing staff when requested, in the running of practical/laboratory base classes by providing learning support to students
• Preparing, setting up, clearing away and storing apparatus, equipment and materials for lessons,

demonstrations etc.

• Issuing materials and equipment in a safe condition to students and staff
• Assisting staff in the use of apparatus and equipment

As our Engineering Technician, you’llideally have:

• Good basic education including Maths, Science and Communications
• Experience of working in a technical environment involving use of tools, order processing, stock control etc or equivalent
• The ability to contribute to the maintenance of a safe working environment for all users of the work areas
• The ability to attend to detail and maintain order in a busy working environment
• A willingness to learn new skills and contribute to new developments as part of a team

Benefits you will receive:

• 25 days leave, rising with service, plus Bank Holidays and Christmas closure (pro rata for part time staff)
• An option to purchase further leave through our Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme provided externally to the College. This is a completely confidential service and is free to all members of staff at the College.
• On-site Nursery offers childcare at superb rates in and outside of term time
• Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Free eye care vouchers
• Free secure onsite parking
• Access to a range of discounts including shopping, travel and healthcare
• Access to onsite Gym, Tennis/Badminton courts, Football pitches (indoor & out)
• Weekly staff football

If you feel you are the right candidate for this Engineering Technician role, then please click ‘apply’ now!

Closing Date: Thursday 21 August

Interview Date: Tuesday 29 August

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.