Senior Technical Officer – Manufacturing

Webrecruit Ireland Ltd.; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits in a dynamic role as a Senior Technical Officer in Manufacturing. This position is pivotal in supporting advanced manufacturing facilities and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. You will engage with cutting-edge technology and contribute to a thriving educational environment, making a real impact on students and researchers alike. With a focus on CNC and manual machining operations, you will have the chance to showcase your skills and creativity. Join a forward-thinking institution that values diversity and offers a supportive community, along with generous leave and professional development opportunities. If you are passionate about engineering and education, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Flexible location opportunities

Discounted Sports Village memberships

Free Active Staff sessions

Personal and professional development

Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Experience in operating and maintaining manufacturing facilities.
• Proficiency in CNC and manual machining operations.

Responsibilities

• Support operation and maintenance of advanced manufacturing machinery.
• Prepare materials and assist researchers and students.

Skills

CNC machining

Manual machining

Programming mills and lathes

Basic math and geometry

Reading technical drawings

Precision measuring instruments

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

A-levels or equivalent

Degree or HNC/HND in relevant subject

Tools

CNC machines

Manual lathes

Measuring instruments

Job description

Post Title: Senior Technical Officer – Manufacturing

SBU/Department: School of Physics Engineering and Computer Science

FTE: 1.0fte (working 37 hours per week)

Duration of Contract: Permanent

Salary: UH5 £28,081pa with potential to progress to £31,387 by annual increments

Annual Leave: 25 days plus standard public holidays and an additional 4 days including the closure of our office between Christmas and New Year.

The School of Physics Engineering & Computer Science (SPECS) is seeking to appoint a Senior Technical Officer into an exciting technical role. SPECS is in a thrilling period of expansion and we have recently moved into our new £100M Building “SPECTRA” and are in receipt of a multimillion-pound research grant. We offer a wide range of degrees including Physics, Robotics & AI, Computer Science, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Automotive Engineering, and Electrical and Electronic Engineering, and in terms of size for those disciplines, we are the Number 1 HEI in the UK.

Whilst the role will primarily support activities in the manufacturing facilities, you will also have the opportunity to support other areas of the School. This dynamic position will cover the manufacturing area with the potential to utilise your talent to make it your own.

Main duties and responsibilities:

1. Support the operation and maintenance of advanced manufacturing machinery, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
2. Prepare materials and equipment for practical sessions.
3. Support both CNC and manual machining operations.
4. Implement and monitor rigorous safety measures.
5. Assist researchers and students in conducting their work effectively and safely.
6. Maintain a clean and organised workspace.
7. Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions or operational issues.

Skills and experience required:

1. Professional experience in operating and maintaining manufacturing facilities or workshops, including both CNC and manual machining operations.
2. Proficiency in programming mills and lathes, setting tools, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches.
3. Ability to perform calculations using basic math, geometry, and trigonometry, and prove part programs.
4. Proficiency in reading drawings and specifications with an understanding of geometric tolerances and dimensions.
5. Knowledge of manufacturing materials and their properties.
6. Experience using precision measuring instruments such as callipers, depth gauges, indicators, and CMM.
7. Demonstrate accuracy, neatness, and safe practice, including good time management.
8. Good communication and interpersonal skills, a client-oriented approach, and the ability to demonstrate and train others.
9. Attention to detail, the ability to follow instructions, prioritise, organise workload, and work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.

Qualifications required:

1. Educated with a minimum of A-levels or equivalent, or have relevant proven experience.
2. A recognised qualification in an appropriate subject at degree or HNC/HND level or equivalent is desirable.

Please view the job description and person specification for a full list of the duties and essential criteria. Please attach a personal statement showing clearly how your skills and experience match the Person Specification.

We regret that we are unable to offer UKVI sponsorship for this post; applicants will either hold UK Right to Work or demonstrate access to UK Right to Work before an offer is made.

Contact Details/Informal Enquiries: Antoine Proust, Principal Technical Officer, [e-mail]

Closing Date: 13 February 2025

Interview Date: TBC

Reference Number: 059615

Date advert placed: 29 January 2025

Our vision is to transform lives: UH is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and building a diverse community. We welcome applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of their protected characteristics, and recognise there are different ways applicants may achieve the criteria in this document. We offer a range of employee benefits including generous annual leave, flexible location opportunities within the UK, discounted Sports Village memberships and free Active Staff sessions, personal and professional development and family-friendly policies. #GoHerts

We are a committed equal opportunities employer and we particularly encourage applications from applicants who may wish to job share or work part time, as well as from women candidates to reflect staff under-representation, where it exists, and our diverse student cohort.

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