Workshop Instructor III (Design & Technology) West Island School

West Island School (WIS) seeks to employ a Design and Technology / Engineering Workshop Instructor to join our dynamic team. You will work alongside our experienced and dedicated Workshop Instructor and teachers to support students in practical lessons. You will have experience of or willingness to learn a range of traditional and modern workshop equipment including CAM. The role requires the personal skills needed to help young people flourish and the organisation and fastidiousness required to maintain a range of equipment and prepare materials and resources.

This is a full-time permanent position starting from August 2026 with an option for a 6-week unpaid leave during the summer for interested candidates.

Role Summary

• To aid student learning through instruction and supervision
• To proactively prepare materials assist teaching staff and manage the practical classes to ensure smooth efficient and productive workshop sessions that effectively support student learning
• To ensure the workshop is a safe inclusive and well-equipped learning environment that supports student creativity problem-solving and technical skill development

Responsibilities

• Meticulously prepare all materials resources and equipment (e.g. tools machinery consumables) to facilitate smooth engaging design and technology lessons
• Maintain strict safety protocols securing the workshop and ensuring a secure accident-free environment through measures like lubrication blade sharpening and equipment checks
• Perform comprehensive maintenance servicing and record-keeping for all machinery and tools according to manufacturer recommendations
• Collaborate closely with teaching staff providing hands-on instructional support and troubleshooting assistance during practical workshop sessions as needed
• Continuously improve the workshop through inventory management constructing custom jigs/racks/hardware and seeking out professional development opportunities
• Foster communication and knowledge-sharing across the ESF school network visiting other campuses to leverage resources as required
• Performs other duties and assumes accountabilities as apparent or as delegated in response to the schools operational needs

Reporting to: Head of Faculty

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

• At least 2 3 years of experience and interest in design engineering construction model making or manufacturing
• Certifications in areas like workshop safety or machinery operations would be an added advantage
• Experience in workshop machinery and equipment electrical work or carpentry is recommended but not essential
• Highly developed ICT skills and good workshop management skills

Abilities & Knowledge:

• Excellent initiative interpersonal communication and organizational skills
• Excellent general practical skills and problem-solving
• A friendly and confident manner in relation to staff and students is essential.
• Ability to be flexible prioritize workload to work independently and use initiative.
• Spoken and written English is essential.
• A reputation for being punctual reliable flexible resourceful hardworking and dedicated to the responsibilities that this post involves.
• A desire to train learn and develop skills using CADCAM and CNC machinery.
• Knowledge of workshop equipment machinery and hand tools and basic procedures health & safety and manufacturing techniques preferable

Applicants must be permanent Hong Kong residents or possess a valid visa to work in Hong Kong.

For enquiries please contact Rathi NandaKumar @ or Email:

By applying for this position your application may be considered for other opportunities (senior-level roles head of department etc.) within ESF.

ESF is an Equal Opportunities Employer

The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunities. ESF will not discriminate on the basis of age race colour gender marital status sexual orientation gender identity pregnancy national origin religion veteran status physical or mental disability genetic information creed citizenship or any other status protected by local laws or regulations.

Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the ESFs Personal Data Policy a copy of which will be provided upon request.

ESF is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of all students in our care and expects all applicants to uphold this commitment. We adhere to rigorous recruitment practices with all appointments contingent upon an interview identity verification criminal background checks (including ICPC SCRC and other international background checks as appropriate) assessment of social media presence and positive references.

In accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025 guidelines ESF may perform online checks for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview.

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