Technician in Electrical Installation

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Oaklands College for a Technician in Electrical Installation to provide high-quality technical and practical support to learners and teaching staff within the Electrical Installation department.

The Oaklands Education Group is a vibrant and diverse learning-centred community providing transformational education for over 100 years. Oaklands is more than just a College and is well positioned to be internationally known nationally recognised regionally relevant and locally significant.

Oaklands College has a proud heritage of providing responsive transformational education. We opened our doors to men and women in 1921 and have supported generations of learners to achieve their ambitions and contribute positively to their communities. The College continues to develop in a transformational way and we are seeking a Technician in Electrical Installation to play a vital role in this journey.

We are looking for a motivated and skilled Technician in Electrical Installation to join our team and play a crucial role in supporting the delivery of practical teaching and this position you will prepare and maintain electrical workshops ensure tools and equipment are safe and fit for purpose and provide technical support to learners during practical sessions. You will also be responsible for maintaining stock and resources and supporting health and safety compliance within the workshop environment.

The ideal candidate will have relevant electrical installation qualifications industry experience a good understanding of current electrical regulations and strong organisational skills. You should be confident working in a practical learning environment and capable of supporting both staff and learners effectively. Previous experience in a workshop education or training environment is desirable along with a commitment to providing a high-quality learner experience.

We want you to love coming to work feeling healthy happy and valued. Thats why weve developed a benefits package with you in mind. We offer fantastic benefits including a free on-site gym in St Albans private healthcare options a cycle to work scheme and financial wellbeing support. We take care of whats important to you.

If you like what you see why not start your application now We consider applications as they are received and reserve the right to close adverts early so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to ensure you are considered for this role.

Oaklands College is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

KEY RESPONSIBILITES

Workshop & Machinery Management

Prepare set up and maintain all electrical installation equipment and bays to support practical sessions.

Perform routine checks servicing and adjustments on electrical tolls machinery ensuring compliance with PUWER and relevant safety regulations.

Carry out first-line maintenance fault diagnosis and basic repairs escalating specialist issues where required.

Maintain a clean organised and safe workshop environment in line with health and safety protocols.

Technical Support for Teaching & Learning

Assist teaching staff during practical sessions demonstrating the correct and safe use of equipment and hand tools.

Provide technical guidance to students helping them develop confidence and competency in Electrical Installation skills.

Support the preparation of teaching materials demonstration pieces and assessment resources.

Manage stock levels prepare material orders and ensure resources are available ahead of scheduled classes.

Health Safety & Compliance

Conduct safety inspections and maintain accurate records for machinery PAT COSHH risk assessments and workshop logbooks.

Oversee student adherence to safe working practices addressing concerns promptly and professionally.

Ensure all equipment is operated in line with industry standards and college policies.

Operational & Administrative Duties

Support tutors and curriculum managers with workshop timetabling project preparation and resource planning.

Monitor and track equipment usage consumables and workshop costs.

Assist with events such as open days employer visits competitions and community engagement activities.

Contribute to continuous improvement of workshop operations and student experience.

PERSON SPECIFICATION SKILLS EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Electrical Installation (e.g. NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).

• Industry experience in electrical installation.

• Good working knowledge of current electrical regulations (e.g. BS 7671).

• Understanding of health and safety requirements in workshop environments.

• Ability to work effectively with learners and staff.

• Strong organisational and communication skills.

• Experience in workshop management machine maintenance or supporting training/ apprenticeships.

Desirable

• Experience working in an educational or training environment.

• Assessing or teaching qualifications (e.g. AET TAQA) not essential but advantageous.

• Experience supporting learners or apprentices in a workshop or training setting.

• PAT testing qualification.

• Knowledge of e-learning platforms or digital learning resources.

Personal Attributes

• A calm supportive presence in busy workshop settings.

• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to communicate clearly with learners of varying skill levels.

• Commitment to maintaining a safe professional and inspiring workshop environment.

• A proactive collaborative approach to working with curriculum teams.

• Passionate about education training and helping learners succeed in the Electrical Installation trade.

• Committed to promoting equality diversity inclusion and safeguarding.

• Reliable flexible and able to work collaboratively within a team.

• Professional approachable and supportive in interactions with learners and colleagues.

• Strong awareness of health and safety with a commitment to maintaining high standards in workshop environments.

Your Future Starts at Oaklands

At Oaklands College we value our staff and are committed to your wellbeing and development. When you join us you become part of a vibrant and forward-thinking team that supports innovation creativity and learner-centred teaching.

Heres what you can look forward to:

• Generous holiday allowance 30 days plus bank holidays.

• Local Government Pension Scheme with excellent employer contributions.

• Fully funded teacher training (if required) and structured induction.

• Ongoing CPD and free access to Adult Community Learning courses.

• Free onsite permit parking.

• Onsite gym (St Albans campus) and wellness treatments at discounted rates.

• Cycle to Work Scheme and discounted travel through UNO Bus Scheme.

• Eye care vouchers and employee assistance programme.

• Mental health and wellbeing support including peer supporters.

• Staff development days and annual awards celebrating your achievements.

A market supplement of 5000 is included to reflect the specialist skills required for this role.

Oaklands College is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and we actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and stakeholders to share this commitment.

We review applications on a rolling basis and may close this advert early if we receive high interest. Dont miss your opportunity to join a college thats shaping futures and transforming lives.

Apply today and help us power the next generation.

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