Job Description
Brockenhurst College have an opportunity for a Senior Technician - Marine/Site to join the team on a part-time, annualised hours basis at our Marchwood Site. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £23,764-£26,039 pro rata.We are a high-achieving college who attract around 2,800 sixth form students across the region each year. We are based within the stunning New Forest National Park and offer our students a huge range of courses and superb facilities.As our Senior Technician, you will:Support a team of technicians - offering guidance and mentoring when applicableResponsible for maintenance/upkeep of the Marchwood site and liaising with estates team and external contractors to oversee maintenance and servicing of the site's infrastructureSupport the lecturing staff on the delivery of courses to advise students of techniques and demonstrating safe use of tools and equipmentPreparing, setting up, clearing away, washing up where applicable and storing equipment and materials for lessons, demonstrations etc.Maintain the workshop areas in a safe and functional stateIssuing tools and equipment in a safe condition to students and staffAssisting students where applicable in areas of Marine Engineering/Marine Electrical/Boatbuilding/CompositesAssisting staff and students in the use of apparatus and equipmentOccasional physical demonstration of machines (wood/engineering machines) to members of staff and students, where this requires the application of acquired skillsConstruct, maintain, fault find, repair and service all marine equipment where necessary and arrange repair in liaison with the Head of CurriculumAssist in the development of new equipment and workshop activitiesResponsibilities as our Senior Technician will include:Give a high profile to equality of opportunity in all areas of activity, including compliance with the Equal Opportunities PolicyAim to provide a safe and secure environment for all our students in compliance with our Child Protection and Safeguarding PolicyEnsure compliance with the Disability Statement, including the need to notify HR of any changes in circumstancesParticipate in the agreed scheme for staff development, training and appraisal and be committed to continuous personal and professional developmentCarry out all duties with due regard to Health and Safety RegulationsEnsure compliance with the Financial Regulations of the CollegeEnsure compliance with the College Computer and Telecommunication Systems regulations, policies, and proceduresNotify Personnel of any changes in personal details.
For example, a change of name or address, car registration number, telephone number, next of kin/emergency contact details etc.As our Senior Technician, you'll ideally have/be:Appropriate qualification in MarineEngineering – Level 3 or equivalentAble to manage learners and learning effectivelyWorking knowledge of the sector either on board a ship or in a shipyard/boatyardAble to develop effective learning resources to support the deliveryKnowledge and understanding of current developments in a relevant curriculum area. Knowledge of appropriate health and safety requirementsEffective communication skillsAn effective team playerEvidence of working towards and achieving personal targetsGood administrative and organisational skillsAble to meet tight deadlinesAble to manage pressure and a range of demandsSupportive and positive approach to all teaching areaEnergetic and enthusiasticThe ability to use Information Learning Technology and other IT applicationsBenefits:25 days leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time staff)Up to up to 5 days leave during the Christmas closure periodAccess to a pension schemeFree eye care vouchersFree secure onsite parkingAccess to a range of discounts including shopping, travel and healthcareAccess to our Employee Assistance Programme provided externally to WESS; this is a completely confidential service and is free to all members of staffAccess to onsite gym, tennis/badminton courts, football pitches (indoor & out)If you feel you are the right candidate for this Senior Technician rolethen please click ‘ apply' now! We'd love to hear from you!Closing date: Wednesday 23rd April 2025Wessex Education Shared Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment.
The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.TPBN1_UKTJ