Details:
- Salary: £25,000 - 27,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Cambridgeshire
- Date: 3 days ago
Description:
Construction Technician
Location: Cambridgeshire
Salary: £25,000 - £27,000 per annum + benefits
Hours: Full-time, permanent
About the Organisation We are a leading Further Education college committed to delivering high-quality vocational training in modern, well-equipped facilities. Accredited with Investors in People Gold status, we pride ourselves on supporting our staff and fostering a dynamic teaching environment across our regional campuses.
The Role We are seeking a self-motivated and practical Construction Technician to support operations within our busy construction workshops. Working alongside the teaching team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring practical classes run smoothly, safely, and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare, set up, and dismantle tools, equipment, and materials for practical teaching sessions and demonstrations.
Maintain, service, and repair workshop machinery and equipment to a high standard.
Assist lecturing staff during practical student workshops and assessments.
Oversee and maintain rigorous Health & Safety standards within all training areas.
Manage workshop inventory and ensure resources are ready when needed.
Requirements
Hold relevant qualifications in a recognized construction trade.
Demonstrable practical skills and extensive knowledge of construction tools, equipment, and materials.
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
Prior experience within a further education or training environment is desirable, but full training will be provided.
Benefits
Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
Excellent pension scheme
On-site parking and free gym membership options
Health cash plan, occupational health support, and confidential EAP service
Retail, high street, and technology discounts
On-site dining and coffee outlets
Dedicated staff development and training opportunities
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. The client reserves the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is identified.
Important Notice
Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities.
We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
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