Engineering Technician
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Position Overview & Specifications
The WMG Academy Trust Board is seeking to appoint an an enthusiastic and able Engineering Technician to join our Solihull Academy. The successful applicant will be professional, adaptable and dedicated to delivering high quality engineering support. Applications are particularly welcome from current engineering technicians who want to work in an environment with world-class facilities, but more importantly from those who want to develop their career in a learner-facing, ‘hands-on’ environment.
Further information about WMG Academy Solihull can be found on our website www.wmgacademy.org.uk
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to enhanced DBS clearance.
To apply for this position, please complete the application form with a supporting statement (section 7 of the application form) and our Equality & Diversity Form.
Completed application forms should be returned to:
Principal@wmgacademy.org.uk on/before 10th February 2023.
For an informal conversation please contact the WMG Academy on 0121 289 3556 and ask for Claire Morris, Associate Principal.
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Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Engineering Technician roles across WMG Academy for Young Engineers (Solihull)'s corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £27,300 - £46,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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