Workshop Technician

University of Southampton Malaysia; Southampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A distinguished educational institution in Southampton is seeking a Technician for their Mechanical Workshop. The role involves manufacturing bespoke components using various tools, including CNC machining. Candidates should possess a relevant apprenticeship and strong communication skills. Opportunities for career development are offered in a supportive environment. This position promotes inclusivity and supports diversity.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Onsite childcare facilities

Cycle-to-work scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Subsidised health and fitness facilities

Qualifications

• Completed a recognised engineering apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering or relevant technical support experience.
• Experience in manufacturing bespoke components for experimental/research purposes.
• Excellent hand skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills to explain technical issues to non-specialists.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture complex and high precision work from specialist materials using conventional machine tools.
• Experience ideally includes CNC machining, programming, setting, and operating.
• Explain technical issues clearly to varied experience levels.
• Demonstrate excellent time management in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

CNC machining

Communication skills

Hand skills

Attention to detail

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3-4 in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Centre lathes

Vertical mills

Job description

Overview

As a Technician in our Mechanical Workshop you will be responsible for aiding staff and students in the manufacture of bespoke components and equipment for experimental and research purposes used in environments from beneath the oceans, cleanrooms, high voltage labs to outer space and everything in between.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture complex and high precision work, machining components from specialist materials using a range of conventional machine tools such as centre lathes and vertical mills.
• Ideally have experience of CNC machining including multi-axis CNC mills, CNC lathes and EDM; programming, setting and operating would be highly beneficial, with training available for the right candidate.
• Explain technical issues clearly to those with varying levels of experience and language proficiency; contribute to unique experimental manufacture and design solutions; deliver results efficiently and enhance customers' experience.
• Demonstrate excellent time management to work in a fast-paced environment; work to tight tolerances and unaccompanied on one-off components to engineering drawings.

Qualifications and Skills

• Completed a recognised engineering apprenticeship with a minimum City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3-4 in Mechanical Engineering, or proven relevant technical support experience.
• Experience in manufacturing bespoke components for experimental/research purposes; ability to work with specialist materials.
• Excellent hand skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills; able to explain technical issues to non-specialists or non-native English speakers.

What We Offer

Career development opportunities in a friendly and supportive work environment that provides work-life balance. We have a small inclusive team that embraces diversity.

About the Organisation

The School of Electronics and Computer Science (ECS) holds an Athena SWAN Silver award for improving equality in science and engineering. The University of Southampton is committed to sustainability and has been awarded the Platinum EcoAward. Benefits include onsite childcare facilities, a childcare vouchers scheme, a contributory pension, generous holiday allowance, subsidised health and fitness facilities, a cycle-to-work scheme and staff discounts.

The University of Southampton is in the top 1% of world universities and in the top 10 of the UK's research-intensive universities.

How to Apply

For more information contact Mr Mark Long, Mechanical Workshop Manager at [e-mail] or Mrs Dorota Sikorska, Operations Manager at [e-mail]. Apply online. If you need assistance, contact Recruitment on [phone] or [e-mail] quoting the job number.

Apply by 11.59 pm GMT on the closing date.

Legal and Diversity Statement

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants who support our mission of inclusivity. The University of Southampton also holds a Silver Athena Swan Award.