Workshop Technician

Workshop Technician

North London

3 month contract role with potential for permanent employment

33,000 - 38,000 per annum

Our client is a rapidly growing open-access factory that provides makers, manufacturers, and creative professionals with professional-grade workspace, machinery, and resources.

Role Overview

They are seeking two experienced Workshop Technicians to join the team of full-time and multi-skilled part-time technicians, alongside a dedicated machine and plant repair and maintenance engineer. This role is critical in ensuring the effective running and maintenance of our workshop, machinery, and training processes.

As a Workshop Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining the operation and upkeep of all machinery, ensuring they are safe and practical for shared access by our members. Additionally, you will oversee health and safety protocols, deliver user training, and manage inventory to support efficiency and an outstanding user experience.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and hands-on technician with a strong background in making and/or manufacturing, with potential for long-term employment.

Key Responsibilities

Workshop & Machinery Oversight

• Ensure all machinery and equipment are well-maintained, safe, and optimally set up for shared use.
• Help implement a preventative maintenance schedule for all workshop equipment.
• Conduct daily safety checks, servicing, and machine setup protocols.
• Record all breakages, repairs, and servicing using our MaintainX platform.
• Ensure spare parts and consumables are stocked efficiently.
• Use our inventory system to track spare parts, consumables, and their locations.

Health & Safety Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with health and safety regulations for all machinery and technical operations.
• Maintain best practices in workshop and machine safety.
• Review and update risk assessments and machine usage protocols as needed.
• Conduct safety checks and emergency procedures as required.

Training & User Certification

• Deliver machine training and user certification processes for BLOQS members.
• Conduct structured training sessions for safe machine use.
• Coordinate training sessions with fellow technicians using our booking system.

Operations & Continuous Improvement

• Provide feedback to refine machine allocation, workspace setup, and technician workflows to enhance efficiency.
• Collaborate with management to improve service offerings and workshop capabilities.
• Proactively identify operational challenges and propose solutions to improve machine availability and user experience.

Key Requirements

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong background in making, manufacturing, or workshop operations across multiple disciplines.
• Excellent team and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organised with a structured approach to processes and workflows.
• Experience in machine maintenance, repair schedules, and inventory control.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations in a workshop environment.
• Proven ability to oversee training and certification processes.
• Competence in using digital platforms such as MaintainX (maintenance tracking) and a booking system.
• Effective problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to workshop operations.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience working in an open-access or shared workspace environment.
• Hands-on knowledge of varied manufacturing processes, materials, and equipment.

What We Offer

• A dynamic, hands-on role in an innovative and growing open-access factory.
• The opportunity to join the technical team long term.
• A collaborative and creative work environment with a diverse community of makers.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced workshop technician with a passion for making, technical expertise, and a drive to build an outstanding team, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV.