Wood Machinist

Wood Machinist post in the Construction curriculum area of DN Colleges Group, a permanent role supporting practical woodworking teaching. The work centres on machining rough sawn timber into components for course use, running workshop machinery, and keeping equipment and safety records in order. Based in a college workshop, it draws on recent construction industry experience and includes supervising learners and taking part in student recruitment events.

Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, as no visa sponsorship is offered.

• Prepare and machine rough sawn timber into sectional timbers and moulded components for curriculum delivery
• Set up and operate woodworking machinery, including rip saws, crosscut saws, surface planers, thicknessers and wall saws
• Supervise learners and learner groups in workshop environments alongside curriculum staff
• Guide and support learners through their studies
• Plan, prepare and assess to meet external body requirements
• Maintain learner records, attendance information and departmental documents
• Complete and maintain risk assessments, machine checks and safety records
• Carry out workshop safety inspections and write reports
• Carry out stocktaking and maintain inventories
• Maintain, modify and check the suitability of specialist equipment and resources
• Help purchase services and supplies for the curriculum area
• Represent the department at open events and student recruitment activities

• Level 3 qualification in Bench Joinery
• Level 2 qualification in Wood Machining

• Recent experience working within the construction industry

• Ability to plan and prepare learning resources and maintain workshop equipment
• Strong communication skills with staff and learners

• Enhanced DBS check
• Authorised to work in the UK

• 30 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays and two weeks at Christmas
• Group personal pension scheme
• Access to the Health Scheme
• Support for professional development and continuous professional learning
• Flexible working arrangements may be considered
• Reimbursement of approved business-related expenses
• Membership opportunities with recognised trade unions
• Part of a collaborative organisation committed to learner success