Thermofluids Workshop Technician – Hands-On Lab Specialist

Boston Rose; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational provider in Loughborough is seeking an Engineering Workshop Technician (Thermofluids) to support the daily operation of technical facilities. The role involves maintaining equipment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and providing technical support for laboratory experiments. Candidates should have experience with thermodynamics and a commitment to health and safety practices. The position offers a salary of £29,588 to £34,610 per annum along with generous holiday and pension benefits.

Benefits

Generous pension

36 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays

Opportunity to purchase additional holiday

Qualifications

• Experience operating, testing and maintaining equipment that demonstrates thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics.
• Experience working in a laboratory, workshop, or other technical facility applying good Health & Safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate the daily operation of technical facilities and resources.
• Assemble, evaluate, and maintain thermo-fluid lab equipment.
• Diagnose faults in test equipment and replace components as necessary.
• Implement Health and Safety regulations and conduct risk assessments.
• Maintain good housekeeping and monitor consumable stock levels.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation and instructional materials.
• Suggest solutions for identified technical issues based on expertise.
• Assist with student visit days and outreach activities.

Skills

Experience operating thermodynamic equipment

Experience in laboratory or workshop environments

Knowledge of Health & Safety practices

Job description

A prominent educational provider in Loughborough is seeking an Engineering Workshop Technician (Thermofluids) to support the daily operation of technical facilities. The role involves maintaining equipment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and providing technical support for laboratory experiments. Candidates should have experience with thermodynamics and a commitment to health and safety practices. The position offers a salary of £29,588 to £34,610 per annum along with generous holiday and pension benefits.