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Engineering Lead Technician\n\nCroydon, London\n\n£30,000 to £40,000\nFull Time | Permanent\n\nAbout the Role\n\nAre you an experienced engineering technician ready to lead, influence, and shape the next of engineers?\n\nThis is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role within a Further Education setting where your impact goes beyond maintenance and directly supports student success.\n\nWe are working with a well established Further Education provider in Croydon seeking an experienced and proactive Engineering Lead Technician to support the delivery of high quality technical education.\n\nThis is a key role within the department, where you will lead the technical function, ensuring workshops, equipment, and resources are fully operational to support both staff and students.\n\nYou will play a vital role in creating a safe, engaging, and industry relevant learning environment.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n * Lead and coordinate the day to day running of engineering workshops and technical support\n\n * Maintain, service, and repair engineering equipment and machinery\n\n * Ensure all tools, materials, and resources are prepared for practical sessions\n\n * Support teaching staff during practical lessons and demonstrations\n\n * Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations at all times\n\n * Manage stock levels, ordering, and inventory of materials\n\n * Supervise and support junior technicians where required\n\n * Maintain accurate records of maintenance, servicing, and inspections\n\nAbout You\n\n * Proven experience within an engineering or technical environment\n\n * Previous experience in a senior or lead technician role is desirable\n\n * Strong understanding of workshop practices and equipment\n\n * Knowledge of health and safety within an educational or engineering setting\n\n * Relevant engineering qualification (NVQ, HNC, HND or equivalent)\n\n * Ability to support and guide others within a team environment\n\n * Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities\n\nDesirable\n\n * Experience working within a college or Further Education setting\n\n * Multi skilled background (mechanical and electrical)\n\n * Experience supporting apprenticeships or vocational training\n\nWhat’s on Offer\n\n * Competitive salary of £30,000 to £40,000\n\n * Supportive and stable education environment\n\n * Strong work life balance\n\n * Opportunities for career progression\n\n * The chance to directly impact student development and outcomes\n\nApply Now\n\nIf you are an experienced technician looking to step into a leadership role within education, or already operating at lead level and seeking a more rewarding environment, we would love to hear from you

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