Science and Technology Facilities Council
Salary: £22,096 per annum
Hours: Full time
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Location: Science and Technology Facilities Council, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Harwell, Oxfordshire
The Estates Department overseeing a prominent scientific facility plays a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless operation and optimal functioning of the expansive infrastructure. Tasked with managing the facility's physical and digital assets, the department meticulously maintains and upgrades laboratories, research spaces, and cutting-edge equipment to support the institution's scientific endeavours.
As a CAD and Records Assistant, you will play a crucial role in the Estates Department, contributing to the efficient management of records and the transition from traditional paper-based systems to streamlined electronic databases. Your primary responsibility will involve overseeing existing records related to various building services, facilitating the organization of information, and supporting the Estates Team in the transition to a more sustainable and accessible digital format. In this dynamic role, attention to detail, technical proficiency, and a proactive approach are essential. Your efforts will contribute to the optimization of data retrieval processes, ensuring that historical information, drawings, and project files are readily available for the team's reference. Join our team and be an integral part of modernizing our records management system.
Summary of Key Duties & Responsibilities:
* Assist Digital Assets Manager in producing CAD record drawings and other related documents.
* Assist in maintaining a logical and efficient foldering structure for both digital and physical records.
* Streamline data retrieval processes to enhance the team's access to critical information.
* Systematically sort and categorize old drawings on existing Building Records SharePoint site, contributing to the development of an organized drawing database.
* Work collaboratively with the Estates Team to provide support in various administrative and organizational tasks related to records and CAD management.
* Assist in producing 3D scans of site using specialist equipment (training will be provided).
To apply for this placement, we are looking for the following:
Essential:
* You are in full time education at university, and will be returning to university/your studies once the summer placement has concluded.
* You have the right to live and work in the UK for the duration of the placement.
* Familiar with using AutoCAD software.
* Familiar with latest Microsoft Collaborative tools (SharePoint, Teams).
* Ability to read technical drawings related to building services and general building information.
* Ability to facilitate the conversion of traditional paper records into electronic formats.
* Good level of attention to details.
Desirable:
* Previous experience within Construction/Facilities Management industry.
Part of our application process involves submitting your CV and a cover letter. Your cover letter should address your suitability for the opportunity based on how you meet each essential criteria stated in this advert.
Please note that we hold the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of applications have been received.
About The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)
As one of Europe’s largest research organisations, we ask the biggest questions in the universe to find answers that change the world around us. We seek understanding. We’re proud of the impact we make. And we’re committed to helping build a globally competitive, knowledge-based UK economy. Being part of all this means contributing to work that pushes boundaries and creates possibilities.
We’re a place where curious minds thrive. Not bound by profit, we explore ideas that others don’t, ask questions that others won’t, and discover answers that others are not equipped to find.
For more information about STFC please visit here.
How to apply
Online applications only preferred for this role. Please submit a CV and covering letter which clearly outlines how you fulfil the criteria specified along with your motivation for UKRI and the role. Ensure that the job reference number is included in the filename description of each document uploaded.
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