Senior Technician - Woodwork

Birmingham City University; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the UK is seeking a Senior Technician - Woodwork to support students in various design disciplines. The ideal candidate will have extensive woodworking experience and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include training students, maintaining woodwork facilities, and promoting health and safety practices. This full-time, permanent position offers a starting salary of £35,331, with the potential for progression.

Qualifications

• Significant practical experience in woodwork at various scales.
• Strong communication skills for teaching and liaising.
• Proficiency in IT tools including online communication.

Responsibilities

• Train students through 1:1 instruction and group demonstrations.
• Maintain equipment and schedule servicing.
• Manage bookings for appointments and demonstrations.

Skills

Fine woodworking skills

Training and instruction

Health and safety knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Degree or equivalent in relevant subject

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD software

Asset Management software

Job description

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Job Description

The full-time starting salary is normally £35,331 per annum, with progression available in post to £39,002 per annum.

Grade: E

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Are you a skilled and passionate fine woodworker and craftsperson? Do you have experience sharing knowledge and skills while maintaining safe and creative workshop facilities? Birmingham City University, Art, Design and Media Faculty, has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Technician - Woodwork to join our technical team.

The role focuses on supporting students in producing high-quality outcomes across courses such as Architecture, Interior Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Product and Furniture Design, while managing the safe and efficient operation of the woodwork facilities. A broad range of woodworking skills and experience is essential, with an emphasis on skill delivery.

While expertise in wood processes is central, candidates should also be able to support students using other materials like plastics, metals, and ceramics where appropriate.

The successful candidate will work well independently and as part of a team, carrying out tasks including:

• Training students through 1:1 instruction and group demonstrations.
• Maintaining equipment and scheduling servicing.
• Ordering materials and managing stock records.
• Promoting sustainable practices and resource use.
• Managing bookings for appointments and demonstrations.
• Creating and reviewing health and safety documentation.
• Ensuring health and safety standards are maintained at all times.
• Collaborating with technical colleagues to support their development.

Qualifications include a degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, with significant practical experience in woodwork at various scales. Strong communication skills for teaching and liaising with students, colleagues, and external organizations are required. IT skills should include proficiency in Microsoft Office, CAD, Asset Management software, and online communication tools.

Desirable qualifications include CNC router operation, steam bending, veneering, First Aid, COSHH, and IOSH/NEBOSH certifications.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, welcoming applications from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. Our interview process will include a practical skills test and a Q&A session. For more information, contact [e-mail].