Senior Technician in Maker Space
University of SalfordSalford, United Kingdom, North West
Overview
This is a university role with University of Salford based in Salford, United Kingdom. GovJobs has indexed this vacancy from its official source — use the apply button to view the full advert and apply directly.
Job description
Opportunity Overview
The Senior Technician will be based in the Maker Space within the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Environment (SEE) at the Peel Park Campus. You will work closely with students and academic staff to facilitate the use of 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC mills, lathes and routers, develop and deliver learning resources, and ensure rigorous compliance with Health & Safety and COSHH regulations. The role requires an organised, self starting maker with strong problem solving skills and a broad knowledge of making processes.
Applicants should be aware that this advert may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Applicants should also be aware that the successful candidate would be required to work on campus Monday to Friday to support our students.
- Demonstrates the use of specialist equipment or techniques to students and staff.
- Contributes academically to the development and or delivery of research/teaching/enterprise activities.
- Directs assessments of specialist space health and safety. Participates in assessments of specialist health and safety.
- Deals with problems and issues, managing resolutions, corrective actions, lessons learned and the collection and dissemination of relevant information.
About the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Environment
The Faculty of Science, Engineering and Environment (SEE) is a centre of discovery and innovation. With a broad portfolio across computer sciences, engineering, built environment and human and natural sciences, we are one of the largest schools within the University, home to over 6000 students and over 370 colleagues.
Our Research and Innovation Centres work together to collaborate around the world’s greatest challenges including Net Zero, Climate Change and Resilience, Healthy Living and Industry. Our focus is on translating our pioneering research into real-world impact for people and industry and our research is recognised as world leading.
With the largest group of research centres at the University, plus world-class test facilities such as Energy House 2.0, North of England Robotics Innovation Centre (NERIC), and the Acoustics Research Centre, we are at the forefront of pioneering discovery, nurturing the next generation of industry leaders.
What's in it for you?
- Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme
- An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
- Flexible working - we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance
- Professional development - we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential
- Our community - there's a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives
- The Perks! - MySalford, our online employee portal offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts
Join us here in Salford and be part of one of the UK’s fastest growing universities. At Salford, you’ll find a career that works for you, with flexible working, great benefits, generous annual leave and continuous professional development.
All our people are important to us, and we have services dedicated to your mental and physical wellbeing from an Employee Assistance Programme to discounted gym membership. All of this on either our Peel Park campus or our MediaCity campus, at the heart of a world-renowned digital and media hub.
We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students’ lives. We have a commitment to be Net Zero by 2038 and embed sustainability in all aspects of university life.
And, most importantly, we offer you a rewarding career. A career where everything you do will make a difference – to the students, our local community and the world around you.
At the University of Salford you’ll join a place to be inspired, connect and thrive. Find out more about a career that works for you at www.salford.ac.uk/jobs.
How this role compares
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University of Salford has 13 other vacancies open on GovJobs, with a breakdown of what they pay and the kinds of roles they recruit for.
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