Technician Demonstrator (Modelmaking And 3D Design)

Aub; Poole; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Teacher’s Pension Scheme

Subsidised bus travel

Cycle to work scheme

Annual savings schemes

Job summary

Aub is seeking a skilled Technician Demonstrator to join the Technical Services team in Poole, working three days a week (Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays). You will guide students in modelmaking, prototyping and digital manufacturing, using workshop facilities, laser cutting, 3D printing and CAD software including Rhino 3D.

You will deliver safe, practical demonstrations and support collaborative projects. The role requires experience in modelmaking and fabrication, strong problem-solving, and

Qualifications

• Experience in modelmaking, fabrication or a related discipline.
• Strong technical problem-solving skills and good communication.
• Experience with digital fabrication technologies and workshop equipment.
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist support in modelmaking, prototyping, fabrication and digital manufacturing.
• Deliver inductions, demonstrations and workshops while promoting safe working practices.
• Maintain specialist facilities and equipment and assist with exhibitions and collaborative projects.

Skills

Modelmaking

Fabrication

Digital fabrication

Rhino 3D

Health and safety

Tools

Rhino 3D

Autodesk Fusion

Job description

We are committed

to providing a working and learning environment that is fair, respectful and free from unlawful discrimination.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community and, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, particularly encourage applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds and people who are disabled, who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.

AUB holds the Silver Award from Inclusive Employers in recognition of our work to support inclusive practice across the University.

Our commitment to Safeguarding

AUB is committed to maintaining the highest standards of safeguarding. We take all reasonable steps to ensure the safety and welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk who engage with us, as well as those who work with them.

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Technician Demonstrator to join our team for 3 days per week, working on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. As an integral member of our Technical Services team, you will support students across a range of creative disciplines through expert technical guidance, practical demonstrations and workshop support. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic higher education environment where traditional craftsmanship meets cutting-edge digital manufacturing technologies.

You will provide specialist support in modelmaking, prototyping, fabrication and digital manufacturing, helping students develop projects from concept through to finished outcome. Using your expertise in workshop practices, materials, laser cutting, 3D printing and CAD software, particularly Rhino 3D, you will deliver inductions, demonstrations and workshops while promoting safe and sustainable working practices. You will also play a key role in maintaining specialist facilities and equipment, supporting exhibitions and collaborative projects, and helping students realise ambitious creative ideas.

The ideal candidate will have practical experience in modelmaking, fabrication or a related discipline, strong technical problem-solving skills and excellent communication abilities. Experience with digital fabrication technologies, workshop equipment and health and safety procedures is essential, while knowledge of Autodesk Fusion, mould‑making, casting, finishing techniques or interactive modelmaking would be advantageous. Above all, you will be enthusiastic about sharing your knowledge, supporting student learning and contributing to an innovative and collaborative technical team.

Our benefits

In meeting your performance expectations, you’ll receive an annual salary increase in line with the grade of your role. An annual cost of living uplift will be applied, the timing and implementation of which are subject to the University’s decision. AUB provides generous holiday entitlement, and you will be enrolled in the Local Government Pension Scheme (professional services staff) or the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (academic staff) from day one of employment. Along with subsidised bus travel, cycle to work and annual savings schemes, our broad range of benefits can be explored on the AUB careers website https://aub.ac.uk/working-at-aub.

AUB has an agile working policy, and flexible working can be considered.If you require support with your application or have any questions about the role or recruitment process, please email [e-mail] . If you are disabled, we are committed to supporting you with any reasonable adjustments you require, so please email [e-mail] and we’ll be in touch.

Visa Sponsorship

This position does not meet the UKVI salary requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must therefore demonstrate their right to work in the UK without sponsorship.