Glasgow Clyde College
Lecturer Plumbing and Gas Engineering
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Lecturer in Plumbing and Gas
35 HOURS PER WEEK PERMANENT
"The best way to shape the future of renewables is to help create it."
Have you spent years working in the plumbing and gas industry and are looking for a new challenge?
Glasgow Clyde College is seeking experienced plumbing and gas professionals who are passionate about developing the next generation of skilled tradespeople. If you have the industry expertise, we can support you in gaining the teaching qualifications required to transition into an exciting and rewarding career in further education.
Glasgow Clyde College is recognised for delivering high-quality teaching, providing an exceptional student experience, and creating outstanding learning opportunities that prepare learners for successful careers in industry.
About the Role
The Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Built Environment is looking for motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our Plumbing and Gas team. You will deliver engaging learning experiences to a diverse range of students across a variety of programmes and qualification levels.
As a Lecturer, you will contribute to excellence in learning and teaching through the preparation and delivery of high-quality lessons, practical training, assessments, and learner support. You will play a key role in helping students develop the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required for successful careers in the plumbing, gas, and renewable technologies sectors.
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About You
We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:
- Significant industry experience within the plumbing and/or gas sector.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate learners from a wide range of backgrounds.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
- A flexible, proactive, and positive approach to work.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
It is essential that you hold qualifications at SCQF Level 8 (or professional equivalent) in a relevant discipline, or can demonstrate substantial relevant industry experience.
Desirable Experience
Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals with:
- Experience working within both plumbing and gas engineering environments.
- Knowledge of current plumbing and gas industry standards, legislation, and best practice.
- Experience of gas qualifications, accreditation requirements, and assessment processes.
- Knowledge of gas assessment procedures and competence frameworks.
- Experience or knowledge of renewable and low-carbon heating technologies.
- Experience of ACS management representative roles and responsibilities
If you are ready to use your industry knowledge to inspire future plumbers and gas engineers, we would love to hear from you.
For a detailed overview of responsibilities and qualifications, please refer to the Job Description.
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We offer a great working environment and a competitive benefits package which includes:
- Generous holiday entitlement: 62 days of annual leave, inclusive of 13 days for public/college holidays
- Superannuation Scheme (SPPA)
- Gym facilities across our campuses
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Committed to nurturing your professional growth through a range of training and development initiatives.
- Access to a range of health and wellbeing resources, including occupational health and our Employee Assistance Programme
If you are interested in the post, please visit the website and apply online at www.glasgowclyde.ac.uk/workwithus. Full details of the skills and qualities required can be found in the attached job description.
Any offer of employment will be subject to receiving a satisfactory Scheme Record through the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme.
All successful applicants will be required to have a TQFE or equivalent and be GTCS registered within 5 years of start date.
Closing date: Monday 6th July 2026 Salary: £41,833 - £50,359 per annum Location: Cardonald Campus. You may be required to travel and work within all Glasgow Clyde campuses. Reference: GCC000733
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