Advanced Technician - Mechanical Engineering
South & City College Birmingham
JOB DESCRIPTION & PERSON SPECIFICATION
Job Title: Advanced Technician - Mechanical Engineering
Job Ref No: REQ001684
Contract type: Permanent
Hours per week: Full Time - 36½ hours per week
Term-time only: No
T&Cs: Business Support
Salary: £25,915 to £27,443 per annum
Location: Longbridge *Post-holders can be required to work at any College Centre
Responsible to: Head of School
Closing Date: 2nd November 2025
Interview Date: 14th November 2025
PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY
Aims of Job/Job Purpose
The main responsibility of this role is to support in the day-to-day effective running of the workshops as directed.
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities
To keep the workshop clean and tidy and ensure standards of hygiene are met and maintained To assist lecturers in all practical classes, in a supervisory/teaching capacity Be responsible for equipment, fitting and consumables Log all tools and equipment in and out of tool stores To maintain machines and tooling Keep inventory and stock of all tools, machines and fitting To check that all equipment is in a safe working order at all times Liaise with Head of School and Lecturers in ordering tools, fittings, consumables and keep accurate budgetary records Develop work areas and rigs for students use Maintain machines, tools and work areas Plan and progress a series of jobs, keeping the line manager informed of activity Attend and contribute to the section meetings Prepare materials for classes as requested by teaching staff Work in other trade areas for the effective support of students and cover for absent colleagues, this could involve supporting/cover of teaching staff as/when required at times of staff shortage/sickness Maintain high standards of health & safety in own work and in the workshop area Support teaching team with formative and summative assessments
Other Duties and Responsibilities
Comply with internal and external quality standards and contribute to the College's strategic aims. Comply with college policies and procedures and health and safety regulations. Support the safeguarding and promotion of students' welfare. Maintain confidentiality in relation to all College information and to comply with Data Protection Legislation. Participate in the College's Appraisal scheme and undertake any training as required. Support and actively participate in the implementation of the College's Equal Opportunity policies.
It is an offence for anyone who is barred from working with children and or vulnerable adults to apply for this position. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check
The Job Description for this role has been attached, please refer to this for a more detailed information of this role
About South and City College Birmingham's
We are one of the largest further education providers in the UK, with eight campuses across the city. We are committed to ensuring students have the relevant skills, qualifications and experience for their future, whether that is to seek employment or continue their education.
Our vision is to be recognised as an outstanding educational and economical resource by, providing outstanding education, training that is primarily vocational in response to the needs of the learners, employers and other key stakeholders.
At South and City College Birmingham, equality, diversity and inclusion are integral to who we are and what we do. We are firmly committed to promoting and imbedding the key principles for all within our institution, from our learners to our staff, governors, employers, visitors and contractors.
For further details about the role and how to apply: please click onto the "Apply Online" button.
Should you have any queries, please contact the People Services team by email to peopleservices@sccb.ac.uk
The college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.
The successful applicant will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks. including, enhanced DBS; Prohibition check; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work.
All applicants will be required to provide a minimum of two suitable references covering a 5-year period.
An online search will also be carried out as part of our due diligence on all shortlisted candidates.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Which means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected' so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are employers cannot take them into account.
Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Education/Qualification
Have a Level 3 qualification in the relevant engineering or manufacturing area
Application Form/Qualification Certificates
Specialist Knowledge
An engineering or manufacturing background in connection with workshop management for specific area
Application Form/
Interview/ References
Experience
12-18 months experience in related field including working on lathes, millers and drillers.
Application Form/
Interview/References
Skills and Aptitude
Flexible Approach to working
and have the ability to work unsupervised
Application Form/
Interview/References
Personal Attributes/Disposition
Self-motivated
Innovative and adaptable to new working practices
Willingness and ability to work as a member of a team, including working cooperatively and supportively with colleagues and managers
Demonstrate engagement in self development and willingness to undertake further development and training as required.
Application Form/
Interview/References
Practical Requirements of the Post
Able to work flexibly across college sites
Able to work outside of the normal working week, with reasonable notice, as and when required and depending on the needs of the service. This may include occasional evening and weekend working.
Interview
Job Title: Advanced Technician - Mechanical Engineering
Job Ref No: REQ001684
Contract type: Permanent
Hours per week: Full Time - 36½ hours per week
Term-time only: No
T&Cs: Business Support
Salary: £25,915 to £27,443 per annum
Location: Longbridge *Post-holders can be required to work at any College Centre
Responsible to: Head of School
Closing Date: 2nd November 2025
Interview Date: 14th November 2025
PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY
Aims of Job/Job Purpose
The main responsibility of this role is to support in the day-to-day effective running of the workshops as directed.
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities
Other Duties and Responsibilities
It is an offence for anyone who is barred from working with children and or vulnerable adults to apply for this position. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check
The Job Description for this role has been attached, please refer to this for a more detailed information of this role
About South and City College Birmingham's
We are one of the largest further education providers in the UK, with eight campuses across the city. We are committed to ensuring students have the relevant skills, qualifications and experience for their future, whether that is to seek employment or continue their education.
Our vision is to be recognised as an outstanding educational and economical resource by, providing outstanding education, training that is primarily vocational in response to the needs of the learners, employers and other key stakeholders.
At South and City College Birmingham, equality, diversity and inclusion are integral to who we are and what we do. We are firmly committed to promoting and imbedding the key principles for all within our institution, from our learners to our staff, governors, employers, visitors and contractors.
For further details about the role and how to apply: please click onto the "Apply Online" button.
Should you have any queries, please contact the People Services team by email to peopleservices@sccb.ac.uk
The college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.
The successful applicant will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks. including, enhanced DBS; Prohibition check; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work.
All applicants will be required to provide a minimum of two suitable references covering a 5-year period.
An online search will also be carried out as part of our due diligence on all shortlisted candidates.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Which means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected' so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are employers cannot take them into account.
Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Education/Qualification
Have a Level 3 qualification in the relevant engineering or manufacturing area
Application Form/Qualification Certificates
Specialist Knowledge
An engineering or manufacturing background in connection with workshop management for specific area
Application Form/
Interview/ References
Experience
12-18 months experience in related field including working on lathes, millers and drillers.
Application Form/
Interview/References
Skills and Aptitude
Flexible Approach to working
and have the ability to work unsupervised
Application Form/
Interview/References
Personal Attributes/Disposition
Self-motivated
Innovative and adaptable to new working practices
Willingness and ability to work as a member of a team, including working cooperatively and supportively with colleagues and managers
Demonstrate engagement in self development and willingness to undertake further development and training as required.
Application Form/
Interview/References
Practical Requirements of the Post
Able to work flexibly across college sites
Able to work outside of the normal working week, with reasonable notice, as and when required and depending on the needs of the service. This may include occasional evening and weekend working.
Interview
JOB SUMMARY
Advanced Technician - Mechanical Engineering
South & City College Birmingham
Birmingham
7 days ago
N/A
Full-time
Advanced Technician - Mechanical Engineering