Job Description
Excellent rates of Pay and Benefits. September Start. Full Time/ Fixed Term (31st July 2027) We are looking to recruit a full-time Technician with a Motor Vehicle qualification, and experience of working in the industry, who is seeking a change in career, or applicants already working in Further Education and are keen to progress their career. Working at our prestigious engineering facility the Aerospace and Automotive Academy on the Farnborough Campus the post is supporting apprentices and fulltime students who are working towards their motor vehicle qualifications. Duties include ensuring machinery and equipment are maintained, inspected and records are kept, maintaining safe working environment, preparing materials and equipment for practical activities; as well as working within a team to support the teaching staff and students to achieve their training and assessments. Applicants will hold a recognised Motor Vehicle qualification, plus practical experience of working with Motor Vehicles. In addition, you need to be an enthusiastic and motivated individual who can engage with FE students to ensure that they reach their full potential. This is a superb opportunity for a first-class applicant to work in a highly respected and top-performing college that was recently named in the Sunday Times list of one of Britain’s Best Places to Work. Benefits include: LGPS Pension, 32 days holiday pro rata, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Programme including Savings Centre offering retail discounts, Refectory and free on-site parking. Farnborough College of Technology is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Interviews will take place shortly after the published closing date or when a suitable number of appropriate applications have been received, so early submissions are encouraged. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and we reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.
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