Technician Trainer - Engineering (Machining)

We are looking for a practical and enthusiastic Technician Trainer to support our Engineering students.
If you have machining expertise, particularly CNC (computer numerical control) and lathe, we want to hear from you!
This is a great opportunity for someone with engineering experience who enjoys working with people and wants to help the next generation develop their skills. The role could suit someone at the start of their career looking to gain experience in education, or someone with industry experience who would enjoy sharing their knowledge in a supportive college environment.
About the role
Working alongside our Engineering lecturers, you will help support practical learning in the workshop and guide students as they develop their technical skills. You'll play an important role in creating a safe, organised and engaging learning environment.
Your role will include:
Supporting lecturers with practical engineering sessions and workshop activities

Coaching and guiding students as they develop their skills

Supervising students during practical work and assessments

Helping maintain equipment, tools and workshop resources

Ensuring the workshop remains safe, clean and well organised

Supporting students in the use of specialist equipment

Assisting with stock control and maintaining workshop resources

We're looking for someone with practical engineering experience who enjoys working with others and takes pride in maintaining a well-run workshop.
You might be:
A newly qualified engineer looking to build experience in education

Someone with industry experience who would enjoy passing on their skills, particularly machining (lathe and CNC)

Someone looking for a role with a good work-life balance while still staying connected to the industry

Ideally you will have:
Experience within an engineering or construction environment

Good practical skills and knowledge of workshop equipment

An organised and safety-conscious approach to work

The ability to support and encourage young people

Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths

Why work for IEG?
Generous Leave:

43 days of annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays and Christmas close down. (Pro-rata for part-time staff)
Competitive Pension:

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), including life assurance and death-in-service benefits
Health and Wellbeing:

Benefit from a gym, free on-site parking, access to employee assistance programme and a friendly team atmosphere
Professional Development