Position: Senior Technician - Automotive

Salary: £24,450 - £27,072 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Location: Sheffield

Hours: 37 hours per week x 52 weeks per year

The Sheffield College is a further and higher education institution dedicated to providing academic, vocational, and professional qualifications to approximately 13,000 young people and adults annually. Our mission is to transform lives through learning, advocating for inclusivity and diversity at every step.

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Technician to join our supportive team at The Sheffield College. This post is instrumental in supporting high quality teaching and learning, we are looking for someone with specific skills to support the team and ensure the workshop is ran with high expectations with a student first approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance within workshop practical sessions, including helping set up demonstrations.
• Providing guidance and support to students, helping them to develop practical skills and knowledge.
• Whilst work is planned, the post holder will have the responsibility for ensuring that all targets and deadlines are met.
• Collaborating with lecturers and other staff to continuously improve the workshop's operations and educational setting.
• Implementing and enforcing safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Assisting in the development of instructional materials and resources.
• Required to carry out routine record keeping, filing and/or cataloguing.

Skills & Knowledge

We strive to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from individuals who believe they can contribute effectively to this role. While not mandatory, we are particularly interested in candidates who embody the following qualities:

• Applicants will have gained training and experience through prior industry experience working as a maintenance and repair technician or related activity
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Relevant vocational qualification at least Level 2 or equivalent.
• Ability to work collaboratively with instructors, students, and other staff members.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues quickly and efficiently.
• Familiarity with workshop tools and equipment, including diagnostic tools.

Reach out for assistance with your application or inquiries about working with us:

Email: [email protected]

We appreciate your interest and look forward to getting to know you!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Next Steps:

Closing Date: 30th June 2024

Interview Date: TBC

As a Leaders in Diversity employer, we encourage applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce."

Also, as a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to removing barriers for applicants with a disability during our recruitment process, upon appointment and as an employee. If you require any reasonable adjustments or any support at any point throughout the process, please contact us via the details above.

We are an employer who is"committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to safer recruiting procedures."

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