TAS Technical Assistant

Cranbrook School is seeking a Technical Assistant to join our Senior School Technical and Applied Studies (TAS) Department.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The TAS Technical Assistant supports and assists staff and students in the use of the Departmental facilities, helping in the development of equipment for projects and assisting with new processes and technologies.

Responsibilities include demonstrating and educating staff and students in the use of workshop equipment to support and direct projects, including specialist equipment such as laser cutters, 3D printers and CAD/CAM machines; purchasing and maintenance of machines, tools, equipment and consumable stock; preparation of materials for projects (wood, metal, plastic etc) using machines such as circular saws, bandsaws and planers; monitoring and conducting regular maintenance on all fixed machinery, CAD/CAM machines and portable electric power tools in accordance with maintenance schedules, undertaking minor construction work such as jigs, fixtures and trolleys to assist with teaching; working with the Head of Department to develop and manage the yearly budget; maintain pricing spreadsheets for consumables to assist with project costings; and ensuring WH&S standards in practical workshops are always upheld.

This is a term time only position with up to two weeks of additional days to be worked in student holiday periods across the school year. During school terms, the required hours are Monday to Thursday 7.00am to 4.06pm and Friday 7am to 3.06pm.

ABOUT YOU

You are looking for a hands-on role and are a handy person that has the…