Cardiff and Vale College is seeking a proactive and reliable Technician in Construction to join our Construction team.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality teaching and learning within a busy and dynamic environment. Working closely with lecturers and assessors, you will help create an outstanding learning experience for students by ensuring workshops, equipment and resources are fully prepared, maintained and available for practical teaching activities.
You will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operation of our construction facilities, helping to maintain a safe, organised and effective learning environment while contributing to the success of learners across the faculty.
You will support the delivery of practical construction sessions by preparing materials, tools, equipment and workshop spaces to meet curriculum requirements.
You will ensure construction workshops and associated resources are maintained to a high standard, carrying out routine checks and helping to ensure compliance with current Health and Safety requirements.
Working closely with teaching staff, you will help maintain an effective learning environment, supporting the smooth delivery of practical activities and contributing to a positive learner experience.
You will also assist with stock control, equipment maintenance and general workshop organisation, ensuring resources are available and fit for purpose.
You will have relevant industry experience within the construction sector and a good understanding of workshop practices, equipment and safe working procedures.
You will hold a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in a relevant construction-related subject and have knowledge of current Health and Safety regulations.
You will be organised, proactive and capable of working independently, whilst also being an effective team player with strong communication skills.
A full clean driving licence is essential, and you will be willing to work flexibly across College sites, including occasional evenings and weekends when required.
At Cardiff and Vale College, our vision is to be Inspirational, Inclusive and Influential. We are committed to transforming lives by unlocking potential and developing skills, providing sector-leading education and training across the region.
Joining CAVC means becoming part of a supportive and ambitious organisation where learner success, innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. You will have the opportunity to make a valuable contribution to the development of future construction professionals while working within a friendly and professional team.
This position is offered on a fixed-term basis in line with the current funding arrangements for the programme, ending on 31 May 2027.
The closing date for completed applications is 30th July 2026 at 11:59pm.
For full details of the role, responsibilities and person specification, please refer to the job pack. To find out more about Cardiff and Vale College, visit www.cavc.ac.uk. If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact the Recruitment Team at
[email protected].
Applications must be submitted using the Cardiff and Vale College application form. The College welcomes applications in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English. If you are invited to interview, please let us know if you would like the interview and assessment process to be conducted in Welsh.
All vacancies are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Employment cannot commence until a satisfactory and up-to-date DBS check has been received. The College's Procedure for the Suitability of Ex-Offenders for Employment is available upon request.
Please note that some roles may require registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC). Where this applies, employment will be conditional upon obtaining and maintaining the appropriate registration.
Employment with Cardiff and Vale College is also subject to satisfactory references. Before employment can commence, the College must receive two references, one of which must be from your current or most recent employer. Referees will be contacted following appointment.
These checks form part of our pre-employment requirements and must be satisfactorily completed before employment can commence.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and communities and are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the learners and communities we serve. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we are committed to the recruitment, development and retention of disabled people, ensuring an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
