Automotive Technician - Penwith Campus

37 hours per week, term time only (38 weeks) Help power the next generation of automotive talent! Are you a hands-on automotive professional who takes pride in a well-run workshop? Do you enjoy sharing your knowledge and supporting others to develop their skills? We're looking for an enthusiastic Automotive Technician to join our team at Truro & Penwith College. This is a fantastic opportunity to combine your practical expertise with a rewarding role supporting students and staff in a busy learning environment. About the role As an Automotive Technician, you'll play a key role in keeping our workshops running efficiently and safely, ensuring everything is in place for high-quality teaching and learning. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting students and staff with practical activities in the automotive workshop
• Preparing, setting up, and maintaining tools, vehicles, and equipment
• Ensuring the workshop environment is safe, clean, and ready for use at all times
• Managing stock, equipment, and materials, including ordering and inventory control
• Carrying out basic fault finding, testing, and repairs
• Supporting small groups of learners to develop practical skills
• Maintaining high standards of health & safety and compliance
About you You'll be practical, organised, and approachable, with a genuine interest in helping others succeed. You will have:
• Experience working within the automotive industry
• A Level 2 qualification in Automotive Engineering (or similar)
• Good understanding of health and safety practices
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
It would be great if you also have:
• Experience in an educational or technician role
• L2 Risk assessment, Health & Safety and COSHH training, willingness to work toward these and training will be provided
Why join us?
• Join a supportive and forward-thinking College
• Work in a well-equipped, industry-standard workshop
• Make a real difference to students' learning and careers
• Enjoy working in a role that blends practical work with education
We offer a generous package with benefits including LGPS pension scheme, relocation package, free on-site parking and a variety of on-site benefits and discounts. Closing date: Monday 15 June 2026 Curriculum Vitae are not accepted, Application Forms only. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found. Interviews may be held on a rolling basis.

You'll be practical, organised, and approachable, with a genuine interest in helping others succeed. You will have:
• Experience working within the automotive industry
• A Level 2 qualification in Automotive Engineering (or similar)
• Good understanding of health and safety practices
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
It would be great if you also have:
• Experience in an educational or technician role
• L2 Risk assessment, Health & Safety and COSHH training, willingness to work toward these and training will be provided
  
  Why join us?
• Join a supportive and forward-thinking College
• Work in a well-equipped, industry-standard workshop
• Make a real difference to students' learning and careers
• Enjoy working in a role that blends practical work with education
We offer a generous package with benefits including LGPS pension scheme, relocation package, free on-site parking and a variety of on-site benefits and discounts.