Senior Technician (Workshops)
We are seeking a motivated and collaborative individual to join our team as a Senior Technician (Workshops). This role offers an exciting opportunity to deliver high-quality technical support for teaching, research and professional services within the Faculty of Science & Engineering. You will join a dynamic technical operations team, contributing to a sector‑leading workshop service and supporting innovative engineering and scientific activity.
Key Responsibilities
- Manufacturing precision components and assemblies using conventional and CNC machine tools
- Supporting teaching, research and student projects, including demonstrating workshop equipment
- Providing technical guidance and design advice for experimental rigs and equipment
- Maintaining, servicing and repairing equipment to ensure minimal disruption to operations
- Collaborating with staff, students and external stakeholders, while supporting and mentoring junior technicians and apprentices
Essential Criteria
- Qualification in a science or engineering discipline (or equivalent experience)
- Experience using conventional and CNC machining equipment and interpreting engineering drawings
- Experience in a technical or engineering role, including machining to tight tolerances and use of CAD/CAM
- Strong communication, teamwork and customer service skills
- Knowledge and application of health and safety practices in a technical environment
Desirable Criteria
- Experience supporting teaching or delivering practical sessions
- Experience working in a Higher Education or research environment
- Knowledge of laboratory equipment servicing and repair
- Previous supervisory or line management experience
Our Benefits Include
- Generous employer pension contribution
- Christmas closure across all departments outside of annual leave and bank holidays
- Purple Place employee discount platform
Enquiries
Name: Darren Shepherd
Email: Darren.shepherd@manchester.ac.uk
General enquiries: recruitmentservices.people@manchester.ac.uk
Technical support: https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home
This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must demonstrate the right to work in the UK.
Applications close at midnight on the closing date.
Further particulars (with person specification) linked below.
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