Senior Knitwear Technician

The Role
We are looking to recruit a Senior Knit Technician to deliver a student-centred culture within the faculty’s workshops and to underpin the collective aims of the faculty, through the ethos of ‘Thinking through Making’, so that there is a clear understanding of how meaningful and disciplined workshop practice can effectively support the development of ambitious student work.

Key responsibilities of the role will include...

• Assisting and liaising with technical and academic colleagues regarding the planning, development and management of technical support and resources in line with the faculty’s Strategy and Academic Plan.
• To be able to use domestic and Dubied machines to produce garments to a high standard, to enable student projects using a wide range of and yarns.
• To have a knowledge of Shima Seiki Knit machinery, including digital software Apex 4 and equivalent program.
• To ensure the safe operation of all processes within the faculty’s workshops and support the University’s Health and Safety Policy.

The Person
We are looking for someone with:

• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple priorities, including general maintenance and cleaning of machinery & booking systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills working closely with other technicians.
• Patience in supporting students and collaborating on projects with Academic/Teaching colleagues.
• Discipline in engaging and inspiring students to explore various techniques and processes with yarns and on Domestic Dubied knit machines.
• A proactive student-centred approach to workshop management.

Further Information
This is a part-time (14.8 hours per week), permanent position with a starting salary of £15,445.20 (40% to £38,613) per annum.

Interviews are expected to be held on Wednesday 22nd January 2024.

For informal enquiries, please contact Maxine Vernon, Fashion Workshop Manager.

Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.

We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.

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