Design Technology Technician (Start Aug 2026)

About the role

GEMS World Academy in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Design Technology Technician to join its Creative Arts & Technology department from August 2026. The role supports teaching staff and students across IB, British Curriculum and NCfE programmes, ensuring a safe and well‑equipped workshop environment.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain workshop safety, conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with COSHH and other health‑and‑safety regulations.
• Perform routine maintenance, servicing and minor repairs on wood, metal and plastic processing equipment.
• Prepare tools, materials and equipment ahead of lessons and assist teachers during practical sessions.
• Manufacture and adapt teaching aids, prototypes, jigs and fixtures as required.
• Manage inventory, stock control and ordering of tools and consumables.
• Support the organization, storage and display of student work and departmental resources.

Required profile

• Proven experience working in a school or educational workshop setting.
• Strong understanding of health‑and‑safety policies, risk assessments and safe material storage.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and support student learning.
• Attention to detail and strong organisational skills.

Required skills

• Operation and maintenance of workshop machinery for wood, metal and plastic processing.
• Use of hand tools and equipment for prototyping and fabrication.
• Setup and support of ICT equipment for classroom demonstrations.
• Inventory management and stock control.