Lecturer - Manufacturing Engineering

2 months ago

Inverness, Highland, United Kingdom UHI Inverness Full time

We are one of the largest partners of the University of the Highlands and Islands, a partnership of 11 colleges and research institutions comprising Scotland's newest university.

As the UK's leading tertiary education provider, we deliver both further education and higher education courses and that makes us different from traditional institutions. Through an innovative approach to learning and some of the best online learning technologies, we offer our students the complete learner journey, where they have choice and flexibility to study from access level right through to PhD.

UHI Inverness is at the heart of the community. Working closely with businesses and stakeholders, our curriculum and research capacity is designed to meet the ever-evolving needs of industry and support the strengths and ambitions of the region. Through a personalised approach, we help our students discover their right path, providing them with a combination of qualification and job-ready skills to succeed in the workplace. UHI Inverness has locations at Inverness Campus and also the Scottish School of Forestry (Balloch), a growing hub for research, innovation and enterprise set within a 215 acre site.

We are seeking a self-motivated, reliable person, who has the desire to help others develop a passion in Engineering, to join our team at UHI Inverness. You do not need to have a teaching qualification to apply as training will be provided, though some experience of instructing or teaching is welcome. You should possess effective interpersonal and strong team working skills. Using an innovative approach, you will deliver Manufacturing / Mechanical Engineering related subjects to a diverse range of students at a variety of levels; in workshops, laboratories, and class, including virtual, environments.

As a professional member of the teaching staff of UHI Inverness, you will be responsible for the preparation of lessons, the teaching of students and the marking and assessment of their work. You will be required to have a flexible approach and be an effective team member, able to develop and deliver a high-quality curriculum and educational experience.

To apply for this vacancy, you must be qualified in Mechanical Engineering to at least HND level (or equivalent qualification), have industrial experience and served a relevant apprenticeship.

Job Purpose:

To support delivery of Vocational, National Certificate, Higher National Certificate and other relevant Qualifications in Mechanical Engineering and associated subjects, normally, from SCQF levels 4 to 7. The job is varied and can include supporting students in workshops, classrooms and remotely.

Key Accountabilities:

  • Teaching / Facilitating Learning
  • Assessment
  • Guidance and Support
  • Planning and Preparing the Learning Experience
  • Quality and Standards
  • Professional Practice and Development

Essential Criteria:

Have completed an Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Have at least a HND or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering related discipline.

Have relevant industrial experience.

Evidence of CPD.

Please note: the successful post holder will need to pass a satisfactory PVG Scheme check through Disclosure Scotland prior to commencing employment.

Application Closing Date: Sunday 25 August 2024

Shortlisting will take place on Tuesday 27 August 2024

Interviews week commencing Monday 1 September 2024

If you have any queries about the application process, or to request a manual application form, please contact the Human Resources Department on or on

Requests for feedback following interview are welcomed, however due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to provide feedback on applications that have not been shortlisted for interview.

£35,170 to £43,357 per annum

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