Location: Nuclear Skills Academy, Infinity Park, DE24 9FU
Technical Services at the University of Derby underpins the key activities of teaching, research, knowledge transfer and innovation. As an applied University, we value the importance of practical work and experimental learning. Our highly skilled Technicians from across all areas of the organisation play a vital role in delivering the very best student experience, developing research activity, and contributing to innovation. Central to the success of our Technical Service is collaboration, teamwork, and knowledge sharing.
Technical colleagues support a wide range of specialist resources across the College of Science and Engineering. Working independently and in collaboration with academics, our technicians advance the work in many of our academic disciplines. We support specialist areas such as laboratories, workshops, and controlled environments. We also provide specialist support for Research Centres such as the Institute for Innovation in Sustainable Engineering (IISE), East Midlands Institute of Technology (EMIOT), and the Nuclear Skills Academy (NSA).
As a signatory of the national Technician Commitment programme, the University has pledged to support the visibility, recognition, career development, and sustainability of Technical colleagues.
About the Role
You will support and develop practical related activities for the engineering technician apprenticeship scheme. Working across level 3, level 4, and level 6 programs within the newly created Nuclear Skills Academy, with a particular emphasis on electrical and electronics engineering.
Working closely with academics and members of the technical team, you will provide specialist support relating to electrical engineering activities. You will work across several laboratories with a high degree of autonomy, providing additional technical support across the academy as required.
You will be part of our technical team responsible for the maintenance, operation, and safety of college equipment. You will provide full technical support to apprentice students and staff, including training and advice on the appropriate use of resources.
About You
We are looking for a skilled individual with practical experience in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, including knowledge of basic circuitry, electrical components, and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC). A strong awareness of Health and Safety procedures is essential.
The role requires the ability to prepare, maintain, and repair equipment and resources, as well as effectively demonstrate tasks and processes to individuals and small groups. Strong face-to-face communication skills are a key requirement. As a proactive team player, you should be capable of organising your workload to meet deadlines and targets with minimal supervision while contributing positively to the team.
Key Contact
For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Cheryl Harris, Technical Team Leader via c.harris3@derby.ac.uk.
For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk.
Important Information
If you are successful, you will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The post for which you are applying is exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 requiring any spent convictions to be declared. Any information you provide will be treated in confidence and only used when considering your suitability for the post.
To enable us to process your DBS check, please ensure you can supply the documentation listed on the DBS website at the interview stage.
For more information and to apply online, please click the above “Apply” button.
Advert Closes: Sunday 02 February 2025
£31,814 to £35,750 per annum (for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £41,113 per annum)
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