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Technical Officer (Engineering Makers) - (8791)

Technical Officer (Engineering Makers) - (8791)

. Manchester Metropolitan University • Manchester, Manchester, GB
21 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
We are looking to recruit and Technical Officer to join Technical Services in our Engineering Makers Team

The services we provide underpins a wide variety of academic programmes and we deliver this support via specialist laboratories and workshops.

Our technical staff provide a high level of expertise and technical knowledge, playing a key role in supporting students in their studies and project work.

We also provide support for research, consultancy, and knowledge exchange activities. We are a forward-looking service, committed to a culture of continuous improvement and service excellence.

Whilst this role is based within the Engineering makers team, staff work flexibly across all areas.

About the Role

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated individual looking for a challenging and exciting role within the Technical Services team. We support students and staff across a range of subject areas, within the Department of Science and Engineering.

The Engineering makers team focus is to support learning and teaching for Mechanical Engineering, offering an extensive list of services and advice from Mechanical project design and build to Product design student skills training. Their range of services means that they support courses and research in departments throughout the faculty and work alongside many other technical teams to deliver excellent technical expertise. We have a strong culture of continuous improvement, and we are passionate about providing the best customer service to our staff and students.

For further information please see the attached Job Description below.

About you

The Ideal Candidate Will:
  • Demonstrate a broad range of skills and experience across multiple engineering disciplines.
  • Possess a solid understanding of relevant Health & Safety legislation, particularly in workshop and laboratory environments.
  • Have a keen eye for detail and exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Show genuine enthusiasm for supporting both staff and students, contributing positively to the learning environment.
  • Display a strong work ethic, a proactive attitude, and a willingness to continuously develop new skills.
  • Be flexible and open to assisting in other workshops across campus when required.

If you would like to join our team working in a varied role and share our ambition, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Please ensure that you include a CV and detailed covering letter with your application.

Shortlisting is carried out based on your covering letter and you should be clear about how you meet each of the Person Specification criteria and give evidence of your experience.

Further Information

Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from all local and international communities, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.

Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.

Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the attached Job Description for that vacancy.
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