Lab & Workshop Technician - Engineering & Architecture

Northumbria University; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Flexible location

Excellent pension

Generous holiday entitlement

Job summary

Northumbria University is recruiting a full-time technician based in the Faculty of Science and Environment, supporting the School of Engineering, Physics and Mathematics and the School of Architecture and Built Environment. The role involves maintaining laboratories and workshops, stocking, safety, and assisting with practical taught sessions and research projects.

Based in the Ellison Building on the City Centre Campus, the technician will work with Senior Technicians to support diverse users

Qualifications

• Qualified to Level 2 in a discipline related to the role.
• Experience in laboratories or workshops is desirable.
• Experience working in a university environment is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Maintain laboratories and workshops to a high standard.
• Ensure laboratories are well stocked and safe for users.
• Distribute equipment via inventory software and check returns.
• Support across laboratories and workshops including metalwork, woodwork, 3D printing and electronics.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Customer service experience

Education

Level 2 qualification in related discipline

Tools

Inventory management software

Job description

Northumbria University is recruiting a full-time technician based in the Faculty of Science and Environment, supporting the School of Engineering, Physics and Mathematics and the School of Architecture and Built Environment. The role involves maintaining laboratories and workshops, stocking, safety, and assisting with practical taught sessions and research projects.

Based in the Ellison Building on the City Centre Campus, the technician will work with Senior Technicians to support diverse users