Resource Centre Technician (Creative Practice & Galleries)

Manchester Metropolitan University; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Vivup discounts

Cycle to work scheme

PPE provided

Job summary

Manchester Metropolitan University is seeking an entry-level Resource Centre Technician to support the Creative Practice & Galleries workshops and studios in a dynamic technical services environment. You will join a diverse team ensuring smooth operation, learning, teaching, research and outreach activities through hands-on support.

The role offers training opportunities, a buddy system, and potential progression to a Collections Technician Level 3 apprenticeship, with flexible working

Qualifications

• Interest in working in a technical environment.

Responsibilities

• Support counter service in the resource centre.
• Purchase and issue resources using current operating systems.
• Prepare workshop, studio and gallery areas using designated equipment.
• Clean workshops, studios and storage areas in preparation for classes and for annual clean down.
• Strip down, set up and upkeep of workshop equipment and machinery.
• Assist in the preparation and installation of artwork in gallery and studio spaces.

Job description

The Role:

This is an opportunity for an individual looking for a challenging and exciting role. We are seeking to appoint Resource Centre Technician's in our Resource Centre in the Faculty of Arts & Humanities, at Manchester Metropolitan University. The role holders support duties in the Creative Practice & Galleries workshops and studios environment and associated gallery spaces.

Youwill join a diverse team of technical staff, supporting the effective running of the service, supporting learning, teaching, research, outreach and enterprise activities.

About You:

Workingin the Creative Practice & Galleries Resource Centre teamas a member of Technical Services therole holder will undertake Counter Services, the safe use of standard equipment, general housekeeping duties across the faculty. You should have an interest in working in a technical environment.

Other duties will include:

• Supporting a counter service in the resource centre.
• Purchasing and issuing resources using current operating systems.
• Basic preparation of workshop, studio and gallery areas using designated equipment in line with service level agreements
• Cleaning of specialist training facilities including: workshops, studios and associated storage areas in preparation for classes and for annual clean down.
• Stripping down, setting up and general upkeep of workshop equipment and, machinery etc.
• Assisting in the preparation and installation of artwork in the gallery and studio spaces

This is an entry level position into a progressive career in Technical Services, you would be supported to develop and excel in this role. We offer a buddy system and comprehensive ongoing training opportunities.

Potential opportunity to undertake a “Collections Technician” Level 3 apprenticeship alongside this role.

Having a flexible approach to work, strong communication skills and a commitment to quality service are essential.

Participation in internal technical events to widen your skills and knowledge are encouraged.

Working for Manchester Met:

• In addition to joining a great team in a varied role, we offer 25 days annual leave (Pro-Rata for Part-Time Roles), plus bank holidays, plus Christmas shutdown.
• Staff have access to Vivup, which offers support to staff and many discounts on the high street.
• Travel to work using loans and discounts or the cycle to work scheme are available.
• Personal Protective Clothing is provided

Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from all local and international communities, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.

Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.

Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the attached Job Description for that vacancy.

For informal queries about the position, please get in touch with Adam Butler [e-mail]