Technician - Motor Vehicle
Department: Electrical Installation Automotive and Security
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Middleton
Compensation: £26,123 / year
Description
To facilitate the learning process by supporting staff and students in an effective learning environment
Key Responsibilities
* To provide direct support to teaching staff by maintaining and promoting lively working environment and practices.
* To work with and ensure that staff and students have access to studios, workshops, equipment as required.
* To prepare and assist in activities ensuring all materials and equipment are prepared in readiness for practical sessions and retrieved after the activity has ceased.
* Maintain and repair specialist equipment and be responsible for the security of equipment and tools.
* To assist with the supervision of students working on project work.
* Be flexible in supporting the sections requirements and cross college tasks.
* Ensure continuous development and improvement of professional knowledge.
* Be responsible for ordering requisitions and store keeping.
* Any other duties, of a similar level of responsibility, as may be required.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Qualifications
Essential Criteria
* Practical experience working with motor vehicles or workshop/garage environment experience
* Good knowledge of vehicle tools, equipment, and workshop safety procedures
* Ability to manage, issue, and maintain workshop tools and equipment effectively
* Strong organisational skills with attention to cleanliness and tidiness in the workshop area
* Ability to work safely and follow health and safety regulations at all times
* Basic mechanical knowledge and confidence working with cars under supervision
* Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team
* Good communication skills and a helpful, professional manner
Desirable Criteria
* Relevant qualification in Motor Vehicle Maintenance or a related field (e.g. Level 2 or 3)
* Experience working in an educational or training environment
* Knowledge of vehicle diagnostics and modern automotive technologies
* Experience maintaining workshop inventories or using stock management systems
* First Aid or Health & Safety certification (e.g. COSHH, Manual Handling)
* Full UK driving licence
* Willingness to undertake further training and professional development
Experience
Essential Criteria
* Experience working in a motor vehicle workshop or garage environment, supporting technicians or mechanics or strong knowledge of motor vehicle and keen hobby
* Hands‑on experience handling and maintaining a range of automotive tools and equipment
* Proven ability to maintain a clean, safe, and well‑organised workspace
* Experience working with or around vehicles, including basic servicing or repair tasks
* Familiarity with workshop processes such as tool control, stock checks, and equipment maintenance
Desirable Criteria
* Experience supporting learners, apprentices, or trainees in a workshop or training setting
* Experience using digital systems for recording tool usage, stock control, or maintenance logs
IT Skills
Essential Criteria
* Basic level in Microsoft applications particularly Word and Excel
* Willing to undertake training appropriate to the role
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