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 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 focus on mechanical manufacturing, welding, and fabrication, including milling, turning, and CNC work.
Working closely with academics and members of the technical team, you will provide specialist support relating to machine shop activities. You will work across several laboratories with a high degree of autonomy and provide 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, providing 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 practical and safety-focused professional with hands-on experience in milling/turning, welding, and fabrication techniques. The ideal candidate will have a strong awareness of health and safety standards and be skilled in preparing, maintaining, and repairing equipment and resources effectively.
You should be confident in demonstrating tasks and processes to individuals and small groups, with excellent face-to-face communication skills. The role requires a proactive team player who can contribute positively to the team while effectively managing their workload to meet deadlines and targets with minimal supervision.
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 are able to 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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