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.
Job reference: SAE-031401
Salary: UoM Grade 5 £32,080 – £36,636 per annum based on experience
Faculty/Organisational Unit: Science and Engineering
Location: Oxford Road
Employment type: Permanent
Division/Team: FSE Technical Services
Contract Duration: Permanent
School/Directorate: Faculty Office – Science and Engineering
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
About You
- 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
- 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
We value transferable skills and real‑world experience as much as formal qualifications.
Benefits
- Christmas closure across all departments outside of annual leave and bank holidays
- Purple Place employee discount platform
This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must demonstrate the right to work in the UK.
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