Senior Systems Maintenance Technician

Diamond Light Source; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Systems Maintenance Technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves providing crucial technical support and overseeing maintenance systems to ensure optimal operation of facilities. You will engage in fault diagnosis, project support, and management of maintenance tasks, contributing to a state-of-the-art scientific facility. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, this position offers a chance to work in a collaborative environment where your expertise will directly impact groundbreaking research. If you're looking to advance your career in a supportive setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

Defined benefit pension scheme

Flexible hours

Onsite nursery

Cafes

Sports facilities

Volunteering days

Relocation allowance

Qualifications

• Experience with LV electrical systems and wiring to 18th Edition.
• Supervisory experience and familiarity with Building Management Systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and supervise operational and maintenance systems.
• Diagnose faults on site services, including electrical and mechanical systems.

Skills

LV electrical systems

Wiring to 18th Edition

UPS systems

Fire detection systems

Smoke control systems

Building Management Systems

Root cause analysis

Supervisory skills

Education

City & Guilds BS7671 Wiring Regulations Qualification

Recognized apprenticeship in engineering

Tools

EPICs

BMS

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Base pay range

£40,306 to £44,292 per annum

Location: Harwell, Oxfordshire

Employment type: Full time

Reference: 11527

About Us

Diamond Light Source is the UK’s national synchrotron science facility. It accelerates electrons to near light-speed to generate brilliant beams of light used for research across various scientific disciplines, including structural biology, physics, chemistry, materials science, engineering, and environmental sciences.

About The Role

We are seeking a Senior Systems Maintenance Technician to work primarily with Diamond’s Installation and Facility Management (IFM) maintenance team. The role involves providing technical support and assisting with building services and fabric maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and supervise operational and maintenance systems and procedures.
• Use tools such as EPICs and BMS for root cause analysis, fault resetting, and liaising with mechanical BMS team to improve equipment operation.
• Assist in system and project design reviews and support project activities.
• Support maintenance administration tasks, including planned maintenance, reactive jobs, and spares control.
• Provide line management to Maintenance Support Technicians in the absence of the Maintenance Manager.
• Diagnose faults on site services, including electrical and mechanical systems.
• Carry out safety risk assessments.

The role may require supporting non-maintenance activities and participating in on-call duties as needed.

About You

You should hold a City & Guilds BS7671 Wiring Regulations Qualification or equivalent, and have completed a recognized apprenticeship in engineering. Experience with LV electrical systems, wiring to 18th Edition, UPS, standby generators, fire detection, and smoke control systems is essential. Supervisory experience and familiarity with Building Management Systems are desirable.

Benefits

Diamond offers a comprehensive benefits package including 26 days annual leave plus Christmas closure, public holidays, volunteering days, flexible hours, a defined benefit pension scheme, and onsite amenities such as a nursery, cafes, and sports facilities. A relocation allowance may be available.

Application Process

Apply online and tell us why you are suitable for this role. The closing date is 5th May.