Applications are invited for the position of Maintenance Technician (Electrical bias) at the Sainsbury Laboratory University of Cambridge (SLCU). SLCU is a scientific research institute which focuses on plant developmental biology and computation modelling of plant development. We have around 150 researchers and 30 support staff in approximately 12 groups.
The Maintenance Technician (Electrical bias) will be an essential part of our Facilities Team, which is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and operation of the Institute. Your duties will include a wide range of planned, preventative and reactive maintenance tasks in addition to minor installations and modifications of building services and equipment. The Team ensures the smooth running of the Institute building plant and services in support of the research operations.
This role is perfect for an individual who relishes a challenge, enjoys variable work and wishes to progress within their career.
Our successful candidate will work in all areas of the Institute including plant rooms, laboratories, glasshouses, controlled environments and support areas. You will have a high degree of autonomy, so you will need to be well organised and proficient at organising your resources. We aim to work in a way that minimises disruption to research activities.
You will work closely with the Facilities Supervisor and other Maintenance Technicians to plan and implement work, including carrying out feasibility investigations, outline design and cost-estimating. You will have a flexible approach to work and will be expected to provide support outside of normal working hours in an emergency.
This is a varied role which requires a wide range of electrical and mechanical engineering knowledge, along with excellent communication skills. Previous experience in a similar role and a recognised engineering apprenticeship (or equivalent) are regarded as essential requirements.
SLCU provides a welcoming and collaborative environment with a wide range of family-friendly benefits and development opportunities. More about the Sainsbury Laboratory can be found at http://www.slcu.cam.ac.uk/.
The post is full time and available immediately.
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 31 December 2026 in the first instance.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.
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Enquiries about the position should be directed to Michael Fisher, Facilities Manager - mlf46@cam.ac.uk.
For questions regarding the application process, please email HR@slcu.cam.ac.uk.
Please quote reference PT43833 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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