Technician: Workshop

The University of Sheffield; Catcliffe; Presencial; GBP 28 000 - 32 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Annual leave and holiday provision

Hybrid/flexible working opportunities

Generous pension scheme

Staff discounts and rewards

Recognition awards

Learning and mentoring schemes

Family-friendly policies

Resumo da oferta

The AMRC Training Centre at The University of Sheffield invites applications for a Workshop Technician. You will join a team delivering practical engineering training and maintain workshop equipment to support apprentices and technical pathways.

You will ensure safe operation, manage consumables, and work with cross-department colleagues to uphold high standards and ensure compliance with university policies. This role offers a supportive environment with ongoing professional development.

Qualificações

• Experience in running a manufacturing workshop environment.
• Proven industrial experience within a workshop setting.
• Experience of monitoring consumable usage and stock control.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety procedures in a workshop.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a dynamic workshop environment.
• Commitment to CPD and professional development.

Responsabilidades

• Perform routine preventative maintenance on workshop equipment.
• Ensure measuring devices are accurate and calibrated for apprentices.
• Manage workshop consumables and equipment with budgeting awareness.
• Use workshop machinery to produce resources on time and to quality.
• Contribute to 6S improvements for the Training Centre.
• Complete daily duties and coordinate with key staff to follow university policies.
• Log, report and elevate facility faults to the Workshop Coordinator.
• Work as part of a team with workshop and other departments.
• Maintain AMRC Training Centre reputation with high professionalism.
• Attend required training and CPD sessions.
• Carry out other duties commensurate with the post.

Conhecimentos

Engineering workshop experience

Maintenance skills

Health and Safety awareness

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Formação académica

Level 3 engineering qualification (BTEC/NVQ/C&G/HNC)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Overview

The University of Sheffield is a remarkable place to work. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their diverse backgrounds, abilities and beliefs make Sheffield a world-class university.

We offer a fantastic range of benefits including a highly competitive annual leave entitlement (with the ability to purchase more), a generous pensions scheme, flexible working opportunities, a commitment to your development and wellbeing, a wide range of retail discounts, and much more. Find out more about our benefits and join us to become part of something special.

Job Description

We are currently looking to recruit a Workshop Technician to be part of the AMRC Training Centre Team. The AMRC Training Centre opened in 2013 with the aim of providing the practical and theoretical skills that manufacturing companies need to compete globally, through apprenticeships and higher-level skills training. We deliver apprenticeships for over 180 companies, ranging from global industrial organisations to local small businesses, as well as supporting organisational needs through workforce development training. As a Workshop Technician, you will help to continue the Training Centre’s success in delivering exceptional training.

Under the guidance of the Workshop Coordinator, you will be responsible for the workshop maintenance and technical support in the delivery of Engineering Training for both apprenticeship and technical pathways within the Training Centre. Along with this, you will also be the point of contact for any facilities issues for the Training Centre and will liaise with the necessary contacts to resolve any problems. You will also be expected to help develop and support any relevant workshop and enrichment activities.

You will have a Minimum Level 3 qualification in an engineering discipline, (BTEC/NVQ/C&G/HNC) and/or relevant trade experience.

Main Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventative maintenance on workshop equipment.
• Ensure that measuring devices are accurate and within calibration for apprentices to use safely.
• Manage workshop consumables and equipment, ensuring accurate booking in, safe storage, and stock availability within agreed budgets.
• Use various workshop machinery to produce any delivery resources in time and to the required quality.
• Contribute to the improvement of the Training Centre and efficiency of the workshop by implementing and maintaining agreed 6S actions.
• Complete daily duties and coordinate with key staff to adhere strictly to university policies and legal regulations.
• Log, report and elevate facility faults or operational issues to the Workshop Coordinator and relevant contacts to maintain workshop safety.
• Work as part of a team with members of the workshop and other departments.
• Maintain the reputation of the AMRC Training Centre through a high standard of professionalism in all aspects of work.
• Attend any training sessions that are required to undertake the role, or for CPD requirements.
• Carry out other duties, commensurate with the grade and remit of the post.

Person Specification

Our diverse community of staff and students recognises the unique abilities, backgrounds, and beliefs of all. We foster a culture where everyone feels they belong and is respected.

Criteria

Essential Or Desirable

Stage(s) assessed at

Experience equivalent to Level 3 (BTEC/A Level) qualification or with proven vocational skills and experience in a relevant engineering subject.

Essential

Application

Proven industrial experience within a Manufacturing Workshop environment.

Essential

Application / Interview

Proven experience in the monitoring of consumable usage.

Essential

Application / Interview / Test

Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety procedures in a workshop environment, and the relevant regulations.

Essential

Application / Interview / Test

Effective communication skills with the ability to adapt to a dynamic workshop environment.

Essential

Application / Interview

Ability to work creatively and proactively to identify and address problems with an appreciation of longer term implications.

Essential

Application / Interview

Technical Professional Registration or a commitment to Continuous Professional Development.

Essential

Application / Interview

Practical experience of working within a technical team and a clear understanding of key team dynamics.

Essential

Application / Interview

Experience of running a workshop or similar technical facility.

Desirable

Application / Interview

Experience of working within a lean management system or associated methodologies.

Further Information

Grade

5

Salary

£27,868- £31,861per annum. Potential to progress to £34,630 per annum through sustained exceptional contribution.

Work arrangement

Full-time

Line manager

Workshop Coordinator

Direct reports

None

Right to work in the UK

This role does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker sponsorship under the UK Visa & Immigration points-based system. Information on alternative visa options is available on www.gov.uk.

Next steps in the recruitment process

It is anticipated that the selection process will take place in December 2026. This will consist of an Interview and a test in the form of a technical activity. We plan to let candidates know if they have progressed to the selection stage before the end of December 2026. Contact Emma Kenny-Levick, [e-mail] if you require any reasonable adjustments.

Our vision and strategic plan

We are the University of Sheffield. This is our vision: sheffield.ac.uk/vision (opens in new window).

What We Offer

• A minimum of 38 days annual leave including bank holiday and closure days (pro rata) with the ability to purchase more.
• Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid working for some roles.
• Generous pension scheme.
• A wide range of discounts and rewards on shopping, eating out and travel.
• A variety of staff networks, providing opportunities for social interaction, peer support and personal development (for example, Race Equality, LGBT+, Women’s and Parent’s networks).
• Recognition Awards to reward staff who go above and beyond in their role.
• A commitment to your development access to learning and mentoring schemes; integrated with our Technical Career Route.
• A range of generous family-friendly policies
• paid time off for parenting and caring emergencies
• access to menopause support in the workforce
• paid time off and support for fertility treatment
• and more

More details can be found on our benefits page: sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits (opens in a new window).

We are a Disability Confident Leader (opens in a new window). If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria for this job you will be invited to take part in the next stage of the selection process.

Criminal record

An enhanced DBS check will be needed for this role. More details on the checks can be found on the Government website: gov.uk/criminal-record-checks-apply-role (opens in a new window).

Possession of a criminal record is not an automatic bar to employment at the University of Sheffield. We recognise the value of steady employment in the rehabilitation process and examine each case in its own right. More information can be found on our Information for candidates page:- sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/candidates (opens in a new window).

Closing Date

29/11/2026

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