Geotechnics Technology and Laboratory Manager

About the role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering for a Geotechnics Technology and Laboratory Manager to lead on technical support for the delivery of the research and teaching mission of the Section and Department. 

The Geotechnics Section provides mechanical and electro-mechanical services associated with the running and maintenance of equipment and testing apparatus in geotechnical research and teaching.  The post holder will manage the technical support in the Section and develop the facility to support growth and development in the area.

The technical team supports a range of research activities for academic and research staff, and PhD students, as well as laboratory teaching for MSc and undergraduate students.  The post holder will be based in the Department’s Geotechnical Engineering laboratories and may also support work in our other laboratory areas.

This is a full time, permanent post.

What you would be doing:

You will manage the Geotechnics laboratories, ensuring alignment with departmental strategies and safety regulations, including equipment use, health and safety compliance, laboratory inductions, risk assessments, and acting as the Safety Representative.

You will also manage and organise technical support within the Geotechnical laboratories, including allocating tasks, ensuring standards, supporting fieldwork, leading technical staff recruitment and development, collaborating with academic staff, advising on technical services, and assisting with result interpretation.

Managing the physical infrastructure of the Geotechnics laboratory is another key responsibility, including training staff and students, maintaining equipment and consumables, advising on resource needs, ensuring security, developing policies, collaborating on equipment design, maintaining documentation, and overseeing equipment maintenance and training.

What we are looking for:

• An HNC/HND (or equivalent) in a mechanical engineering subject, or completion of a recognised apprenticeship in engineering, or significant relevant experience in a laboratory environment is essential.
• You will also have experience of working in a similar role, preferably in Higher Education, with experience in an electro/mechanical workshop and laboratory environment.
• Experience in day-to-day management of facilities and/or multi-user laboratories is essential, along with line management or supervisory experience of technical staff.

What we can offer you:

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity
• Benefit from sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year and generous pension schemes)

• Get access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day 1, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and a cycle-to-work scheme
• Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel
• Get access to a wide variety of professional development opportunities and the chance to connect with and learn from others through our extensive Technicians’ Network while being part of a a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further Information

Further information is available in the job description.

To apply, please click the 'Apply' button, above.

If you require any further details on the role please contact:

Professor Catherine O’Sullivan at cath.osullivan@imperial.ac.uk

Closing date:  9^th May 2025

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