11273 - Assistant Technician – Workshops and Events
Grade UE04, £24,533 - £27,181 per annum
Information, Technical and Technology Services (ITTS) team, Edinburgh College of Art
Open ended contract: permanentFull time: 35 hours per week
The Opportunity:
As an Assistant Technician within the Fabrication Team, you will work across a range of dynamic workshops, which includes our Wood workshops, Metal workshops, Casting workshops and Foundry and Glass workshops, assisting students with their projects and under the support and guidance of a Technical Manager and Specialist Technicians, provide general maintenance and workshop activities.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who is keen to gain new skills in multiple areas across our technical workshops.
Your skills and attributes for success:
Vocational qualifications (N/SVQ 2/3, ONC or equivalent) plus work experience in a relevant role OR school education to standard grade or equivalent plus relevant work experience.Working knowledge and experience of relevant processes and equipment to include at least 2 of: wood working, metal working, mould making or glass making
A good awareness and understanding of Health and Safety practices within an educational environment.
Demonstrable knowledge, interest and experience of working in an Art and / or Design background
Excellent communication skills with an ability to produce documentation and help material for students and staff
Ability to work effectively in a team under minimal supervision, and to work with students and staff of a variety of levels of technical ability.
Excellent time management skills