Senior Technician (Structures & Materials)

About the role

The Faculty of Science and Engineering wish to appoint a Senior Technician to provide teaching and research support for the School of Engineering Computing and Mathematics.

You will work as part of a team under the direction of the School Technical Manager and deliver support in all aspects of Civil Engineering (Materials & Structures), manage a laboratory and workshop areas. You will be able to demonstrate a suitable period of experience in Civil Engineering and a commitment to the technical delivery/technical education within the technical team.

You will be expected to have an HND or Degree in a relevant subject area or equivalent or appropriate experience in the subject. Must have practical knowledge and experience in mechanical and civil testing methods, the use of machine and hand tools, and the ability to assist in surveying practical’s. The following skills and experience are desirable: geotechnics testing, materials, hydraulics and structural testing. Experience, and ability to assist students, with computer aided design (AutoCAD and SolidWorks) is highly desirable. Good verbal and written skills are essential.

You must be able to work within a team covering many subject areas and to be proactive in covering all aspect of activities in a professional manner.

You will be required to support a broad range of activities which includes undergraduate projects, teaching, research and outreach activities.

A key element of the role will be the day-to-day operation of the Structures & Geotechnics Workshop laboratory, and as such, experience of working in a H&S focused manner is essential.

For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Charlotte Cree by email charlotte.cree@plymouth.ac.uk.

Interviews are likely to take place week commencing 10th March 2025 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not.

For more information on School of Engineering Computing and Mathematics please visit our dedicated webpage at https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/schools

Due to the nature of the role, unfortunately we are unable to accommodate working from home.

For more information about the job and the person specification, please refer to the job description.

About us

The School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education.

Application Process

Please apply online, by clicking the 'Apply' button, above, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training, and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.

Following the closing date of the vacancy, you will be notified on the outcome of your application in due course.

Our Offer

When joining us, you will receive:

• Generous annual leave: 25 Days Annual Leave (pro rata if part-time) plus Bank Holidays & Closure Days
• Generous pension scheme
• Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Development opportunities
• Enhanced family leave
• Flexible working
• Retailer discounts
• On-site nursery

A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed here.

Closing date:  12 midnight, Sunday 23 February 2025

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