Fluid Power Technician (109973-1224)

Location: University of Warwick Campus, Coventry

About the Role  

For informal enquiries, please contact Marco Reichwein (Assistant Technical Services Manager) at m.reichwein@warwick.ac.uk.

The School of Engineering is seeking to appoint a highly skilled and motivated Fluid Power Technician to join our team, providing essential technical support in the areas of pneumatics and hydraulics.

The role is highly interactive and will require the successful candidate to communicate and collaborate with a diverse range of personnel, including:

• Academic staff to support teaching and research activities.
• PhD and undergraduate students, offering technical guidance and assistance.
• Fellow technicians as part of a cohesive and supportive technical team.

If you are a proactive individual with strong technical skills and the ability to work effectively with others, this role will provide a rewarding opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge engineering education and research.

We will consider applications for employment on a part-time or other flexible working basis, even where a position is advertised as full-time, unless there are operational or other objective reasons why it is not possible to do so.  

About You  

This role requires a well-rounded engineering professional with substantial experience in mechanical services such as plumbing, heating and ventilation, refrigeration, or air conditioning. You will need practical expertise in fitting, fabrication, CNC, rapid prototyping, laser cutting, and welding techniques.

A strong understanding of workshop processes and the ability to design, build, and repair specialist equipment to detailed specifications are essential.

You will have completed an Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent training, supported by qualifications such as HNC/HND in an engineering discipline, GCSEs in Maths, English, and Science (grades A-C), and appropriate certifications such as Gas Safe Registration.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specialist engineering software, and CAD packages is essential, alongside the ability to interpret complex instructions, draft Standard Operating Procedures, and perform risk assessments. Current knowledge of Health and Safety legislation, including COSHH regulations and British Standards, is essential.

Alongside strong technical skills, you will have exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences. A strong team player, you also have the confidence to work independently and supervise small teams or projects when required, demonstrating excellent organisational and time-management skills in the process. A commitment to promoting an inclusive and equitable environment is essential.

For further information regarding the skills required for this role please see the personal specification section of the attached job description.

CLOSING DATE: Wednesday 15 January 2025 at 11.55 pm 

Full details of the duties and selection criteria for this role can be found in the vacancy advert on the University of Warwick's jobs pages. You will be routed to this when you click on the Apply button.

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