Machinery Technician

Employer

Coastland College

Location

Dorchester, Dorset

Contract Type

Permanent

Hours

Part Time

Salary

£16, £29,939 FTE)

Posted

28th November 2025

Start Date

As Soon As Possible

Expires

12th December :00 PM

Contract Type

Permanent

Start Date

As Soon As Possible

Job ID

1521959

Suitable for

ECT (NQT) Graduates; Other Graduates; Apprentices

Job Reference

0011

Who we are:

Coastland College is a General Further Education College spread across two campuses – one situated on the stunning Jurassic coastline in Weymouth and the other on a beautiful 18th Century Estate near the market town of Dorchester. As a newly united organisation, we're bringing together the best of both Weymouth College and Kingston Maurward College to create an even stronger learning experience, with enhanced resources, a broader range of courses and industry-standard facilities.

We are Connected | We are Courageous | We are Dynamic | We are Empowering | We are Welcoming

With our combined expertise and resources, Coastland College is now one of the most dynamic and versatile further education providers in the region. From A-Levels to vocational courses and land-based studies to Apprenticeships, we have one purpose: to inspire our students and apprentices for individual success beyond expectation, ensuring that they are future-ready and prepared for today and tomorrow's world.

Our supportive and dedicated community of staff place our students at the heart of everything they do, ensuring every learner thrives.

What we offer:

Whatever your reasons for wanting to join our college community, we promise you a warm welcome and a highly supportive, flexible approach to your work - designed to help you reach your full potential. We also offer many great benefits, all with the aim of supporting your health, wellbeing and personal development:

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 holiday days, plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time roles) increasing by one additional day for each completed year of service, up to a maximum of 30 days after five years of continuous service.
• Additional 3 efficiency closure days over Christmas and an additional 4 days over Easter.
• Generous Pension Scheme through either the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) / Teachers Pension Scheme (TPS) depending on your role
• Access to Care First - our FREE confidential emotional support and practical advice scheme
• Dedicated CPD learning days to support learning and development
• Family friendly policies
• A person-centred annual appraisal focusing on your wellbeing and CPD
• Free on-site parking
• Free on-site gym
• Employee discounts at on-site facilities such as Signature Hair & Beauty Salon, The Avenue Restaurant and The Bay Theatre.
• Wide range of Health and Wellbeing initiatives to support staff including Corporate Eyecare voucher scheme, free and confidential staff counselling and a trained team of Mental Health First Aiders

About your role:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Machinery Technician to join our team.

We're looking for a skilled Machinery Technician to maintain and repair small tools, machinery, and equipment for curriculum and farm use. You'll play a vital role in supporting practical teaching sessions, ensuring our students have a high-quality hands-on learning experience.

What you'll do:

• Maintain and repair machinery and equipment for curriculum and farm use.
• Prepare workshop spaces and resources for practical sessions.
• Ensure all equipment is safe, inspected, and ready for use.
• Monitor and order consumables as needed.
• Support academic staff with practical planning and audits.
• Keep up to date with PUWER, COSHH, and LOLER regulations.
• Promote safe working practices and maintain risk assessments.

What we're looking for:

• Level 3 or above qualification in Agricultural/Engineering or equivalent industry experience.
• English and Maths at Level 2 or above.
• First Aid qualification (or willingness to work towards).
• Experience maintaining machinery and tools.
• Knowledge of health and safety, risk assessments, and COSHH.
• Excellent practical skills, communication, and organisational abilities.
• Full UK Driving Licence with Business Insurance.

Desirable: Telehandler, ATV, and Sprayer certificates; computer literacy with Office 365.

So, if you share our values and have the ambition to join us on our journey to continued success, we would love to hear from you.

The important bit:

Coastland College is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. A copy of our Safeguarding Policy can be found on the College website.

Please see our Job Description, Person Specification and Conditions of Service for more information about the role and what it's like to be part of our team.

Hours: 22.5 hours per week

Salary: £16,381.82 per annum (£29,939 FTE) which is scale point 21.

Coastland College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.