Engineering Technician

Description

To provide technical and practical support for teaching and learning across the Institute of
Technology (IoT) and Construction Skills Factory facilities. The postholder will prepare, maintain
and support the safe use of specialist equipment, tools, materials and learning environments,
ensuring facilities are fit for purpose and practical sessions run effectively.

The postholder will support lecturers and students during practical activities, provide guidance
on the safe and effective use of equipment, assist with student projects and practical
assessments, and maintain high standards of health and safety, organisation and equipment
care. The role will contribute to an effective, industry-relevant learning environment that supports
the development of students’ technical skills and knowledge.

Main Responsibilities and Duties:

The following outlines the key duties expected of this role as directed by the Executive Director
or relevant Director. It is not an exhaustive list but represents the primary responsibilities:

1. Prepare, set up and dismantle equipment, tools, materials and resources for practical
classes, demonstrations and assessments.

2. Provide technical support to lecturers and students, demonstrating the safe and effective use
of specialist equipment, tools, machinery and software.

3. Maintain IoT facilities, workshops and Construction Skills Factory areas in a safe, clean,
organised and operational condition.

4. Carry out routine equipment checks, cleaning and basic maintenance in accordance with
manufacturer guidance and College procedures.

5. Identify equipment faults, undertake basic troubleshooting and report defects, arranging
specialist repairs where necessary.

6. Monitor stock levels, maintain accurate equipment and maintenance records, and assist with
ordering materials, consumables and replacement equipment.

7. Ensure tools, equipment, materials and hazardous substances are stored, handled and
disposed of safely

8. Follow risk assessments and safe systems of work, promoting compliance with health and
safety legislation and College procedures.

9. Monitor workshop safety, report hazards, accidents and near misses, and support health and
safety inspections.

10. Provide practical guidance to students undertaking projects and assignments, supporting the
safe use of equipment and development of technical skills.

11. Assist students with practical tasks, testing and basic technical problem-solving, working
alongside lecturers as required.

12. Support the operation, installation and maintenance of specialist technologies, software and
equipment relevant to the IoT curriculum.

13. Assist with equipment servicing, inspections and calibration schedules, maintaining
appropriate records and reporting any concerns.

14. Contribute to improving workshop procedures, equipment availability and the efficient use of
facilities and resources.

15. Work collaboratively with lecturers and colleagues, attend relevant meetings and training,
maintain professional standards and undertake other duties appropriate to the grade and
nature of the role.

Application Requirements

To ensure compliance with safeguarding guidelines, all applicants must complete the application form in full. This includes providing:

• A full employment history from the time you left full-time education, with details of any gaps in employment explained.
• Information on all relevant education and qualifications.

Please note, incomplete applications will not be considered. Your co-operation helps us maintain the highest standards of safety and care for children and young people.

Benefits

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A GOOD local College for Maidstone and Medway
Every year over 6000 students from Medway, Maidstone and beyond choose MidKent College to continue their studies and prepare for their future career.

Our sparkling campuses in Maidstone and Medway boast some of the best vocational training facilities in the country as well as staff and student social zones and more. Our University Centre Maidstone campus provides a valuable higher education and professional training centre for Maidstone, including South East Institute of Technology and the College's Home Energy Centre. Additionally, in September 2024 we proudly opened Medway School of Arts in Chatham's Historic Dockyard.

All of our campuses benefit from ongoing investment programmes so that we can provide fantastic learning environments for our students.

For over 100 years we've been providing high-quality technical training and apprenticeships in a range of subject areas.

In October 2024 Ofsted rated the College as 'Good'.

Commitment to Safeguarding

MidKent College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to providing a safe environment for all our students. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to uphold their safeguarding responsibilities.

Our recruitment and selection processes are designed to support safer recruitment and ensure that appropriate checks are completed before an individual is appointed. As part of the application process, candidates are expected to demonstrate their understanding of, and commitment to, safeguarding and the College’s safeguarding requirements.

The successful candidate will be subject to the pre-employment checks appropriate to the role. These may include an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and, where the duties of the role meet the relevant criteria, a check of the Children’s Barred List. The level of DBS check will be determined by the duties and eligibility of the post.

Where applicable, we will also undertake other checks required for the role, including verification of identity, right to work in the UK, employment history and references, and any other checks required by law or statutory guidance. Where relevant, additional checks will be undertaken for candidates who have lived or worked outside the UK.

MidKent College operates in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Code of Practice. We handle, store, retain and dispose of DBS information securely and in accordance with applicable requirements. We will consider any information disclosed as part of a DBS check fairly and in accordance with the law.

Where a role involves regulated activity with children, it is an offence for an individual who is barred from such activity to seek to undertake that work. Candidates will therefore be required to provide the information and complete the declarations necessary to enable the College to assess their suitability to work with children.

Where applicable, candidates will be required to disclose relevant convictions, cautions and other information in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the applicable Exceptions Orders. This includes information that the law requires to be disclosed and, where relevant, information relating to conduct or sanctions concerning work with children outside the UK.

The College will assess disclosed information in accordance with its safeguarding responsibilities and will not unfairly discriminate against applicants on the basis of a conviction or other information disclosed.

Candidates are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the College’s safeguarding arrangements and relevant policies, including the [MKC Safeguarding Policy], [MKC Prevent Policy], [Safer Recruitment and Selection Policy] and [DBS Policy], which are available on the College’s Policy and Privacy Information page.

Applicants who are required to complete a DBS application or other mandatory pre-employment checks and decline to do so will not be able to proceed with their application.

Commitment to Equal Opportunities
As a proud user of the disability confident scheme the College is committed to equal opportunities and celebrates the diversity of staff and students. As part of our commitment to the scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy.

We welcome applications from anyone wishing to work flexibly and those considering a return to work from a career break.