Job Description
Assessor - Work Based (Mechanical, Electrical/Instrument and Control
36,351 - 40,067
1.0 FTE / 35 Hours
Based at Falkirk Campus (hybrid with some travel required)
Fixed-term to November 2025
About the Role:
Forth Valley College's Apprenticeships, Skills & Commercial Department is on the lookout for an Electrical, Instrumentation & Control Work Based Assessor to join our dynamic team. This role is pivotal in supporting and assessing candidates within the Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation & Control disciplines. The ideal candidate will have a current understanding of industry practices, with a proven, relevant, and up-to-date hands on industry experience in Mechanical, Process Engineering Maintenance (Electrical) & Instrument and Control disciplines with particular emphasis on vocational qualifications and quality frameworks. While support is provided, knowledge in these areas is essential.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver guidance and support to candidates in compiling and presenting a comprehensive portfolio of evidence that adheres to the vocational qualification's performance criteria and evidence requirements.
Conduct fair, safe, and reliable assessments of candidates' skills and knowledge in their respective workplaces.
Maintain excellent communication and IT skills to effectively manage interactions and documentation.
Exhibit a strong passion for professional discipline, with an ability to work under tight deadlines and independently manage workload.
Inspire, encourage, and motivate candidates, fostering an environment conducive to learning and professional growth.
Participate actively as a member of the engineering assessment team, contributing to the continuous improvement of assessment processes and practices.
Essential Requirements:
Proven, relevant, and up-to-date hands on industry experience in Mechanical, Process Engineering Maintenance (Electrical) & Instrument and Control disciplines.
Experience in the oil and gas sector and engineering environments.
Exceptional communication and IT skills.
A genuine enthusiasm for mentoring and skill development within the engineering field.
Ability to work to tight deadlines and effectively manage personal workload.
Valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for frequent and extensive travel.
Desirable Qualifications:
A recognised Assessor and/ Verifier qualification or the willingness to work towards gaining these qualifications.
Benefits:
Access to a public sector pension scheme based on Career Average
A flexible working environment tailored to support work-life balance.
Joining an established team of experienced and supportive assessors, fostering a collaborative and learning-driven environment.
Generous annual leave entitlement of 48 days which includes Public Holidays & College Closure Days
Participation in a cycle to work scheme, promoting a healthy and environmentally friendly commute option.
Access to the college gyms.
Application Process:
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter detailing your suitability for the role including examples of previous relevant experience and how you meet the essential requirements.
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. We understand that individuals may have different needs and we are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process.
If any adjustments are required to be made, please contact The college will work with each individual to identify and implement appropriate solutions to ensure you have a fair and equitable opportunity to demonstrate your skills and qualifications.