Test House - Testing/Technical Engineer

  • Blackpool and The Fylde College
  • Blackpool, Lancashire
  • Dec 01, 2021
Full time Engineering

Job Description

The Position

An exciting permanent full-time position has become available to work as part of a small specialist team based at Fleetwood Nautical Campus. You will be responsible for the effective operation of the Test House, carrying out product testing and certification activities.

The College

Come and work for one of the UK's leading FE Colleges, graded outstanding by OFSTED. We excel in offering high quality, technical and professional education leading to professional and skilled employment through strong relationships with employers. B&FC is a major local employer with over 1,100 employees choosing to work with us, we work with over 1,000 employers and have an annual turnover of £54m. Over 16,000 students choose to study at B&FC each year.

Rewards and Benefits

In return, B&FC offers a competitive rewards and benefits package including:

  • Generous annual leave entitlement - 30 days plus up to 8 bank holidays (pro-rata for part year employees)
  • Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities
  • Free courses (subject to criteria & availability)
  • Competitive pension scheme
  • Sports facilities, including a fully-equipped Gym (Bispham Campus)
  • Flexible working hours
  • Free 'healthy' breakfast (dependant on campus)
  • Family friendly policies
  • Access to mental health support and advice
  • Free eye tests and healthcare schemes
  • Free car parking
  • Starbucks (dependant on campus)
  • Food outlets catering for a variety of choices, including Level 6 restaurant (Bispham Campus)
  • Access to discounted on-site facilities including: Bakery, Office and printing services
How to Apply
  • Before applying for this role please read the Job Description and Person Specification to ensure that you meet the criteria for this role.
  • Click on the 'apply for this job' button and complete the online form. In order to apply for this role the on-line form must be completed.
  • The supporting statement within the online form has a limit of 1000 words so please be concise with your evidence. We recommend you write your statement in a word document and then paste the text into the box provided.
  • You also have the option to upload your CV in support of your application at the beginning of your application.

Please note, B&FC is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all colleagues to share in this commitment. Employment at B&FC is subject to Enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service. For further information on DBS, please visit our website.

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