Building Services Technician (12573)

Educators Wales; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Cardiff seeks a Technician for the Building Services department. You will assist in training learners and ensuring the smooth operation of practical sessions. The role requires attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining a safe learning environment. This position offers a salary range of £24,426 - £25,246 per annum and encourages applications in both Welsh and English.

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising and training learners.
• Ability to maintain safe and efficient operation of facilities.
• Familiarity with stock checking and maintenance processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervision and training of learners.
• Provide support for practical sessions.
• Maintain tools and equipment.

Skills

Supervision and training

Practical session support

Tool maintenance

Stock management

Welsh language skills

Job description

Overview

Salary: £24,426 - £25,246 per annum

An exciting vacancy is available as a Technician in the Building Services department at Cardiff and the Vale College. This post will be based across sites.

Responsibilities

• To assist in the supervision and training of learners in conjunction with the lecturer and assessor.
• To be actively involved in all timetabled practical sessions within the working hours of the contract providing support for staff with resources and equipment to enable these sessions to run effectively.
• To maintain procedures for safe, efficient and effective operation of the Faculty facilities.
• To assist lecturing staff in the preparation of materials and equipment for student activities.
• To ensure that adequate supplies of materials, equipment and tools etc are available when and where required.
• To dismantle students work and salvage materials for future use.
• To keep a regular check on tools, equipment etc and to assist lecturing staff in ensuring general security within the department.
• To assist in checking stock and keeping stock records updated on an annual basis.
• To carry out general routine inspection maintenance.
• To assist in ensuring a safe working environment in all designated areas. This duty includes portable appliance testing (PAT), COSHH regulations and any future regulations that the College may need to introduce together with associated recording procedures.
• Welsh language skills are not essential but would be desirable for this role.

Application and Selection

Applications are to be made using the Cardiff and Vale College application form only. The college welcomes applications in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application in English. If we invite you to interview, let us know if you would like us to conduct the interview and assessment process in Welsh.

The closing date for completed applications is 25/09/2025 at 11:59pm.

How to apply and further information

To find out more or apply go to www.cavc.ac.uk or contact the Human Resources Department on 02920250311 or [e-mail].

All vacancies are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and employment will not commence without a valid up to date DBS check. This is a contractual agreement that must be in place before your employment starts. The College's procedure for the Suitability of Ex-offenders for Employment is available upon request.

These are contractual agreements that must be in place before your employment can commence.

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