Engineering Technician College

Job Purpose

The Engineering Technician will support the delivery of high-quality engineering provision at Shrewsbury College by providing technical expertise within the engineering workshops. The post holder will play a key role in maintaining safe, well‑organised, and fully equipped learning environments, working closely with teaching staff and students across the Engineering department.

• Support the effective operation of engineering workshops to enable successful delivery of engineering courses
• Maintain high standards of health and safety in line with current HSE legislation and College policies
• Ensure workshop machinery, tools, and equipment are maintained, inspected, and fit for purpose
• Prepare tools, materials, and equipment in advance of practical teaching sessions
• Order, manage, and monitor stock levels of consumables, materials, and equipment
• Provide technical and practical support to teaching staff during workshop sessions
• Work collaboratively with other technicians and the Engineering leadership team
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, statutory requirements, and health and safety guidance

Essential:

• Well‑organised, motivated, and reliable individual
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Strong awareness of health and safety requirements in a workshop environment
• Good communication and organisational skills

Desirable:

• Previous experience working within the engineering sector
• Experience supporting workshop‑based learning environments

This role offers the opportunity to join a highly successful and established Engineering department at Shrewsbury College and contribute to the delivery of high-quality technical education and training.