Lecturer A – Food And Drink Lecturer

Excellent terms and conditions and impressive benefits package, including access to an attractive Pension Scheme

The College has distinct ambitions to expand its choice of programmes and support the economic transformation of Wigan and the surrounding areas. As a growing college we are in a strong position to continue to invest in our campuses with the development of state of the art facilities.

The College has created a community that encourages all students to enhance their learning through wider opportunities and support services; to maximise their achievements and secure progression onto further study, apprenticeships and employment.

We are now looking to recruit an innovative and creative Engineer who possesses excellent industry experience and knowledge. Our Mechanical Engineering Division delivers both full and part-time courses across a range of levels and also delivers professional updates to meet employer needs.

Wigan and Leigh College are looking to recruit to its successful Engineering department, based at its Centre of Engineering Excellence, Pagefield Campus, an experienced lecturer who has the ability to deliver a range of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering modules relevant to the Food and Drink Manufacturing sector. The successful candidate will have relevant work experience and be able to teach/support learners to develop the following knowledge, skills and behaviours:

Knowledge:

• Quality Management
• Mechanical/Electrical Maintenance
• The function of fluid power systems
• The assembly and replacement of components within systems
• Principles of using hand tools and fitting techniques in the food and drink industry
• Understand the principles of electrical machines, testing electrical equipment and circuits.
• Understand the operation of process controllers within an engineered system
• Legislation and regulations surrounding food and drink manufacturing (Desirable)

Skills:

• Perform first line routine mechanical/electrical maintenance, including removing replacement components, cleaning, lubrication, inspection and fault finding
• Produce replacement component, using hand fitting and machine processes
• Maintain fluid power systems

Behaviours:

• Safe working, self-development, working in a team, problem solving, responsiveness to change, company/industry perspective, effective communication

We strive to challenge and inspire students within our Centre of Excellence for Engineering, enjoying state of the art industry recognised equipment and resources.

In return for your expertise, we offer an excellent benefits package including 40 days annual leave entitlement (in addition to statutory bank holidays), access to the Teacher Pension Scheme, family-friendly policies and many opportunities to train and develop.

The College reserves the right to interview for this post should we receive suitable candidates prior to the closing date.

To comply with legislation, you are required to obtain a DBS check for your role. We will be asking Protocol National Ltd/Esafeguarding Ltd to undertake this process on our behalf.

The College is only accepting direct applicants for this role, no agency contact is required.

Wigan and Leigh college is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

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The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employees will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list. To comply with legislation, you are required to obtain a DBS check for your role. We will be asking Protocol National Ltd/Esafeguarding Ltd to undertake this process on our behalf.