Technical Manager (Helium Liquefier)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 13 Awst 2025 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 03 Medi 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Sheffield, S10 2TN |
| Cwmni: | University of Sheffield |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 1439-43587327 |
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University of Sheffield
Overview
Working under the direction of the School Technical Manager, you will manage the School’s Helium Liquefier facility, providing technical knowledge and skills, to enable the ongoing operations of the Liquefier.
The facility produces approximately 80,000 liquid litres per annum, which supports the low temperature research in the department. The helium liquefier is a complex process which liquefies recovered helium gas from research laboratories, the liquid is subsequently re-used in low temperature research and the resultant gas is recovered, stored and re-liquefied
Main duties and responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day running of the helium recovery and supply service.
- Enable the continued use of the helium liquefier. To ascertain liquid helium requirements of research groups and to distribute liquid helium and other cryogens as required.
- Manage the billing and financial reporting of the Helium Liquefier Facility.
- To repair cryogenic equipment and advise customers on the safe use of cryogens.
- Provide regular updates on progress of construction/repair to customers, recommending and agreeing any necessary modifications.
- Where required, consult with external organisations to develop solutions and identify suitable materials.
- Undertake repairs and maintenance servicing of apparatus and equipment to ensure its ongoing operation and viability, planning and scheduling general maintenance to equipment and maintaining appropriate levels of stock.
- Contribute to a team that provides manufacturing and repair capability to the department and to National and International research projects.
- Oversee the monitoring of liquid nitrogen levels.
- Maintain and record gas cylinder stocks and order as and when required.
- Lead the schools Pressure Systems Safety Regulations(PSSR) compliance.
- 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. Even if your past experience doesn't match perfectly with this role's criteria, your contribution is valuable, and we encourage you to apply. Please ensure that you reference the application criteria in the application statement when you apply.
Criteria
Essential or desirable
Stage(s) assessed at
Engineering, Science or Technology Degree or equivalent experience and vocational practical experience in a field relevant to the role (minimum seven years).
Essential
Application
Knowledge of relevant health and safety issues and procedures.
Essential
Application/interview
Knowledge of the properties of cryogens and related health and safety issues.
Essential
Application/interview
Knowledge of PSSR regulations and their requirements.
Essential
Application/interview
Knowledge of workshop activity: for example vacuum technology, metrology, material finishing, CNC and conventional machining, welding (particularly TIG).
Desirable
Application/interview
Experience with compressors and high and low pressure gas systems.
Essential
Application/interview
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
Essential
Application/interview
A good level of IT skills using Microsoft packages and Google apps.
Essential
Application/interview
The ability to work well with a wide range of contacts from PhD students to senior academic staff.
Essential
Application
Ability to develop creative approaches to problem solving.
Essential
Application/interview
Ability to assess and organise resources, and plan and progress work activities.
Essential
Application/interview
Technical Professional Registration or the willingness to work towards it.
Essential
Application/interview
Further Information
Grade
7
Salary
£38,784
- £47,389Work arrangement
Part-time (80%)
Line manager
School Technical Manager
Direct reports
1 x Helium Liquefier Technician
Our website
https://sheffield.ac.uk/mps
For informal enquiries about this job contact Adam Stroughair, School Technical Manager: on a.stroughair@sheffield.ac.uk or on 07394403705
Next steps in the recruitment process
It is anticipated that the selection process will take place on week commencing September 1, 2025. This will consist of an interview with questions to be provided ahead of time. We plan to let candidates know if they have progressed to the selection stage shortly after the closing date. If you need any support, equipment or adjustments to enable you to participate in any element of the recruitment process you can contact hicks-hr@sheffield.ac.uk.
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 41 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
- support for those going through the menopause
- 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 Employer. 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.
Overview
Working under the direction of the School Technical Manager, you will manage the School’s Helium Liquefier facility, providing technical knowledge and skills, to enable the ongoing operations of the Liquefier.
The facility produces approximately 80,000 liquid litres per annum, which supports the low temperature research in the department. The helium liquefier is a complex process which liquefies recovered helium gas from research laboratories, the liquid is subsequently re-used in low temperature research and the resultant gas is recovered, stored and re-liquefied
Main duties and responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day running of the helium recovery and supply service.
- Enable the continued use of the helium liquefier. To ascertain liquid helium requirements of research groups and to distribute liquid helium and other cryogens as required.
- Manage the billing and financial reporting of the Helium Liquefier Facility.
- To repair cryogenic equipment and advise customers on the safe use of cryogens.
- Provide regular updates on progress of construction/repair to customers, recommending and agreeing any necessary modifications.
- Where required, consult with external organisations to develop solutions and identify suitable materials.
- Undertake repairs and maintenance servicing of apparatus and equipment to ensure its ongoing operation and viability, planning and scheduling general maintenance to equipment and maintaining appropriate levels of stock.
- Contribute to a team that provides manufacturing and repair capability to the department and to National and International research projects.
- Oversee the monitoring of liquid nitrogen levels.
- Maintain and record gas cylinder stocks and order as and when required.
- Lead the schools Pressure Systems Safety Regulations(PSSR) compliance.
- 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. Even if your past experience doesn't match perfectly with this role's criteria, your contribution is valuable, and we encourage you to apply. Please ensure that you reference the application criteria in the application statement when you apply.
Criteria
Essential or desirable
Stage(s) assessed at
Engineering, Science or Technology Degree or equivalent experience and vocational practical experience in a field relevant to the role (minimum seven years).
Essential
Application
Knowledge of relevant health and safety issues and procedures.
Essential
Application/interview
Knowledge of the properties of cryogens and related health and safety issues.
Essential
Application/interview
Knowledge of PSSR regulations and their requirements.
Essential
Application/interview
Knowledge of workshop activity: for example vacuum technology, metrology, material finishing, CNC and conventional machining, welding (particularly TIG).
Desirable
Application/interview
Experience with compressors and high and low pressure gas systems.
Essential
Application/interview
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
Essential
Application/interview
A good level of IT skills using Microsoft packages and Google apps.
Essential
Application/interview
The ability to work well with a wide range of contacts from PhD students to senior academic staff.
Essential
Application
Ability to develop creative approaches to problem solving.
Essential
Application/interview
Ability to assess and organise resources, and plan and progress work activities.
Essential
Application/interview
Technical Professional Registration or the willingness to work towards it.
Essential
Application/interview
Further Information
Grade
7
Salary
£38,784
- £47,389Work arrangement
Part-time (80%)
Line manager
School Technical Manager
Direct reports
1 x Helium Liquefier Technician
Our website
https://sheffield.ac.uk/mps
For informal enquiries about this job contact Adam Stroughair, School Technical Manager: on a.stroughair@sheffield.ac.uk or on 07394403705
Next steps in the recruitment process
It is anticipated that the selection process will take place on week commencing September 1, 2025. This will consist of an interview with questions to be provided ahead of time. We plan to let candidates know if they have progressed to the selection stage shortly after the closing date. If you need any support, equipment or adjustments to enable you to participate in any element of the recruitment process you can contact hicks-hr@sheffield.ac.uk.
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 41 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
- support for those going through the menopause
- 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 Employer. 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.