Senior Technician (Precision Manufacturing)
| Posting date: | 03 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £35,608 to £38,784 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 21 September 2025 |
| Location: | Plymouth, South West England |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | University of Plymouth |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | B0858 |
Summary
About the role
The Faculty of Science and Engineering wish to appoint a Senior Technician (Precision Manufacturing) to provide teaching and research support for the School of Engineering Computing and Mathematics.
You will work as part of a team under the direction of the School Technical Manager and deliver support in all aspects of Precision Manufacturing and Fabrication and manage the Precision Manufactruing Workshop. When you join us, you’ll be supporting a broad range of activities including undergraduate projects, teaching, research and outreach activities. A key element of the role will be the day-to-day operation of the Precision Manufacturing workshop and contributing to the Digital Fabrication workshop.
What we’re looking for:
We are looking for a candidate with a degree or HND in a relevant subject with a significant period of relevant work experience. You will have the demonstrable ability to work independently with minimal supervision, including operating complex machinery such as manual lathes & mills, as well as CNC mills (ferrous and non-ferrous materials), lathes and waterjet cutters.
This role includes a significant element of student facing work and so the ideal candidate will enjoy working in a dynamic student focused environment.
About us:
This is an exciting time to join the School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics (SECaM) as the £63 million Babbage Building creates the state-of-the-art space for inspiring research and teaching, and enables multidisciplinary collaborations within and beyond the School. SECaM is a welcoming and inspiring place to work and study. SECaM is part of the Faculty of Science and Engineering and includes the subject areas of civil and coastal engineering, computer science, electrical and electronic engineering and robotics, mathematical science, mechanical, marine and materials engineering and navigation and maritime science. We are a collaborative and interdisciplinary community of world-leading academics, researchers and technicians focused on the advancement of knowledge and the creation of innovative solutions that have a positive impact on society. We have an extensive portfolio of research from offshore renewable energy, coastal engineering and robotics to cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and data science. With many internationally recognised experts, our teaching staff are passionate about providing an innovative and inspiring learning experience. The School holds an Athena Swan Silver award that demonstrates our ongoing commitment to advancing gender equality and success for all. Women and members of other currently underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
This is a part-time position working 29.6 hours per week on a permanent basis.
Application Process:
Please apply online, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training, and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.
For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Dr Charlotte Cree (School Technical Manager) by email charlotte.cree@plymouth.ac.uk or by telephone on 01752 586 204.
Following the closing date of the vacancy, you will be notified on the outcome of your application in due course.
Interviews are expected to take place week commencing Monday 6 October 2025.
For more information on School of Engineering Computing and Mathematics please visit our dedicated webpage at https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/schools
Due to the nature of the role, unfortunately we are unable to accommodate working from home.
For more information about the job and the person specification, please refer to the job description.
About us
The School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education.
Our Offer
When joining us, you will receive:
• Generous annual leave: 25* Days Annual Leave (pro rata if part-time) plus Bank Holidays* & Closure Days*
• Generous pension scheme
• Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Development opportunities
• Enhanced family leave
• Flexible working
• Retailer discounts
• On-site nursery
*Pro rata if part-time
A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed here.
Additional Information
The University of Plymouth is an inclusive community where everyone is welcomed regardless of their background. To find out more about our inclusive community initiatives, such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter, please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages.
The Faculty of Science and Engineering wish to appoint a Senior Technician (Precision Manufacturing) to provide teaching and research support for the School of Engineering Computing and Mathematics.
You will work as part of a team under the direction of the School Technical Manager and deliver support in all aspects of Precision Manufacturing and Fabrication and manage the Precision Manufactruing Workshop. When you join us, you’ll be supporting a broad range of activities including undergraduate projects, teaching, research and outreach activities. A key element of the role will be the day-to-day operation of the Precision Manufacturing workshop and contributing to the Digital Fabrication workshop.
What we’re looking for:
We are looking for a candidate with a degree or HND in a relevant subject with a significant period of relevant work experience. You will have the demonstrable ability to work independently with minimal supervision, including operating complex machinery such as manual lathes & mills, as well as CNC mills (ferrous and non-ferrous materials), lathes and waterjet cutters.
This role includes a significant element of student facing work and so the ideal candidate will enjoy working in a dynamic student focused environment.
About us:
This is an exciting time to join the School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics (SECaM) as the £63 million Babbage Building creates the state-of-the-art space for inspiring research and teaching, and enables multidisciplinary collaborations within and beyond the School. SECaM is a welcoming and inspiring place to work and study. SECaM is part of the Faculty of Science and Engineering and includes the subject areas of civil and coastal engineering, computer science, electrical and electronic engineering and robotics, mathematical science, mechanical, marine and materials engineering and navigation and maritime science. We are a collaborative and interdisciplinary community of world-leading academics, researchers and technicians focused on the advancement of knowledge and the creation of innovative solutions that have a positive impact on society. We have an extensive portfolio of research from offshore renewable energy, coastal engineering and robotics to cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and data science. With many internationally recognised experts, our teaching staff are passionate about providing an innovative and inspiring learning experience. The School holds an Athena Swan Silver award that demonstrates our ongoing commitment to advancing gender equality and success for all. Women and members of other currently underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
This is a part-time position working 29.6 hours per week on a permanent basis.
Application Process:
Please apply online, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training, and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.
For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Dr Charlotte Cree (School Technical Manager) by email charlotte.cree@plymouth.ac.uk or by telephone on 01752 586 204.
Following the closing date of the vacancy, you will be notified on the outcome of your application in due course.
Interviews are expected to take place week commencing Monday 6 October 2025.
For more information on School of Engineering Computing and Mathematics please visit our dedicated webpage at https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/schools
Due to the nature of the role, unfortunately we are unable to accommodate working from home.
For more information about the job and the person specification, please refer to the job description.
About us
The School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education.
Our Offer
When joining us, you will receive:
• Generous annual leave: 25* Days Annual Leave (pro rata if part-time) plus Bank Holidays* & Closure Days*
• Generous pension scheme
• Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Development opportunities
• Enhanced family leave
• Flexible working
• Retailer discounts
• On-site nursery
*Pro rata if part-time
A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed here.
Additional Information
The University of Plymouth is an inclusive community where everyone is welcomed regardless of their background. To find out more about our inclusive community initiatives, such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter, please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages.