IOT Technician

Description

Supervise, train, and assess students during practical sessions and assessments, reporting on
progress, exercising good and safe workshop practise in compliance with Health and Safety
regulations and legislation, taking responsibility for the safe management of materials,
chemicals, tools, equipment, and instrumentation within the workshop environment(s), to ensure
the delivery of high-quality practical sessions which fully comply with relevant Health and Safety
legislation and best practice.

Main Responsibilities and Duties:

The following outlines the key duties expected of this role as directed by the Executive Director
or relevant Director. It is not an exhaustive list but represents the primary responsibilities:

An Engineering Technician within an Institute of Technology provides technical, practical, and
operational support to academic staff, students, and research activities. The role ensures that
workshops, specialist equipment, and learning environments are maintained to a high standard
while supporting teaching, learning, and innovation.

Main duties will include the following department areas: - All Institute for Technology (IoT) areas;
and the Construction Skills Factory (SDF).

1. Technical Support for Teaching and Learning

• Prepare, set up, and dismantle IOT and workshop equipment for practical classes.
• Provide technical assistance to lecturers during demonstrations, experiments, and practical

sessions.

• Support students in the safe and effective use of engineering equipment, tools, and

software.

• Assist in developing practical learning resources and instructional materials.

2. Workshop and Laboratory Management

• Maintain IOT areas, workshops, and specialist teaching spaces in a safe, organised, and

operational condition.
Monitor and manage inventories of tools, equipment, machinery, and consumable
materials.

• Coordinate the procurement of equipment, spare parts, and technical supplies.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment usage, servicing, and calibration.

3. Equipment Maintenance and Calibration

• Carry out routine inspection, maintenance, and repair of engineering equipment and

machinery.

• Ensure equipment is calibrated and complies with manufacturers' specifications.
• Diagnose technical faults and liaise with external suppliers or contractors when specialist

repairs are required.

• Implement preventative maintenance schedules to minimise downtime.

4. Health, Safety, and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, institutional policies, and risk

management procedures.

• Conduct risk assessments for laboratory and workshop activities.
• Promote safe working practices among staff, students, and visitors.
• Monitor and maintain safety equipment, emergency procedures, and workshop

protocols.

5. Research and Project Support

• Support academic staff and researchers in the design, construction, testing, and

modification of engineering systems and prototypes.

• Assist with data collection, technical measurements, and experimental activities.
• Operate specialist testing and diagnostic equipment to support research projects.
• Contribute technical expertise to applied research and innovation activities.

6. Digital and Technical Systems Support

• Install, configure, and maintain engineering software, simulation tools, and laboratory

technology.

• Support the operation of computer-aided design (CAD), computer-aided manufacturing

(CAM), and engineering analysis systems.

• Assist with the integration of new technologies and digital learning platforms.

7. Student Project Support

• Provide technical guidance for student projects, competitions, and capstone activities.
• Assist students in prototype development, testing, fabrication, and troubleshooting.
• Support project planning by advising on materials, manufacturing methods, and technical

feasibility.

8. Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement

• Participate in quality assurance processes relating to engineering facilities and technical

support services.

• Contribute to the development and enhancement of laboratory procedures and technical

standards.

• Keep up to date with advances in engineering technologies, equipment, and industry

practices.

• Support accreditation requirements and external audits where applicable.

General Duties

• Work collaboratively with academic, professional, and technical staff across the Institute.
• Attend relevant meetings, training, and professional development activities.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional standards in all aspects of work.
• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade and nature of the post.

Application Requirements

To ensure compliance with safeguarding guidelines, all applicants must complete the application form in full. This includes providing:

• A full employment history from the time you left full-time education, with details of any gaps in employment explained.
• Information on all relevant education and qualifications.

Please note, incomplete applications will not be considered. Your co-operation helps us maintain the highest standards of safety and care for children and young people.

Benefits

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About MidKent College

A GOOD local College for Maidstone and Medway
Every year over 6000 students from Medway, Maidstone and beyond choose MidKent College to continue their studies and prepare for their future career.

Our sparkling campuses in Maidstone and Medway boast some of the best vocational training facilities in the country as well as staff and student social zones and more. Our University Centre Maidstone campus provides a valuable higher education and professional training centre for Maidstone, including South East Institute of Technology and the College's Home Energy Centre. Additionally, in September 2024 we proudly opened Medway School of Arts in Chatham's Historic Dockyard.

All of our campuses benefit from ongoing investment programmes so that we can provide fantastic learning environments for our students.

For over 100 years we've been providing high-quality technical training and apprenticeships in a range of subject areas.

In October 2024 Ofsted rated the College as 'Good'.

Commitment to Safeguarding

MidKent College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to providing a safe environment for all our students. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to uphold their safeguarding responsibilities.

Our recruitment and selection processes are designed to support safer recruitment and ensure that appropriate checks are completed before an individual is appointed. As part of the application process, candidates are expected to demonstrate their understanding of, and commitment to, safeguarding and the College’s safeguarding requirements.

The successful candidate will be subject to the pre-employment checks appropriate to the role. These may include an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and, where the duties of the role meet the relevant criteria, a check of the Children’s Barred List. The level of DBS check will be determined by the duties and eligibility of the post.

Where applicable, we will also undertake other checks required for the role, including verification of identity, right to work in the UK, employment history and references, and any other checks required by law or statutory guidance. Where relevant, additional checks will be undertaken for candidates who have lived or worked outside the UK.

MidKent College operates in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Code of Practice. We handle, store, retain and dispose of DBS information securely and in accordance with applicable requirements. We will consider any information disclosed as part of a DBS check fairly and in accordance with the law.

Where a role involves regulated activity with children, it is an offence for an individual who is barred from such activity to seek to undertake that work. Candidates will therefore be required to provide the information and complete the declarations necessary to enable the College to assess their suitability to work with children.

Where applicable, candidates will be required to disclose relevant convictions, cautions and other information in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the applicable Exceptions Orders. This includes information that the law requires to be disclosed and, where relevant, information relating to conduct or sanctions concerning work with children outside the UK.

The College will assess disclosed information in accordance with its safeguarding responsibilities and will not unfairly discriminate against applicants on the basis of a conviction or other information disclosed.

Candidates are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the College’s safeguarding arrangements and relevant policies, including the [MKC Safeguarding Policy], [MKC Prevent Policy], [Safer Recruitment and Selection Policy] and [DBS Policy], which are available on the College’s Policy and Privacy Information page.

Applicants who are required to complete a DBS application or other mandatory pre-employment checks and decline to do so will not be able to proceed with their application.

Commitment to Equal Opportunities
As a proud user of the disability confident scheme the College is committed to equal opportunities and celebrates the diversity of staff and students. As part of our commitment to the scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy.

We welcome applications from anyone wishing to work flexibly and those considering a return to work from a career break.