Training Technician – Construction (Building Services)

Edinburgh College is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified individual to the exciting role of Training Technician – Construction.

This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to join our established and growing team within the Construction Department at Edinburgh College. The post will primarily involve providing technical support, including ordering materials, coordinating logistics and deliveries, maintaining asset registers, and ensuring that work and storage areas are organised and compliant.

The role also includes a dedicated allocation of training time each week. This may involve delivering skills demonstrations in practical environments to Schools College Partnership (SCP) groups and/or Further Education (FE) learners, as well as supporting STEM-related activities within school settings. A recognised Assessor qualification is desirable; however, the successful candidate will be given the opportunity to achieve this if not already held.

Applicants must have extensive, practical experience in at least one of the following construction trades:

• Electrical
• Plumbing

This experience is essential for the role.

Edinburgh College operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme and actively encourages applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) backgrounds, people living with a disability, care-experienced individuals, and Armed Forces veterans. Applicants who meet the essential criteria and are members of these groups will be automatically shortlisted for interview.

Please note that the successful candidate may be required to work at any Edinburgh College campus.

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.

Please note that previous applicants need not apply.

Provisional Interview Date: 27 May 2026