Senior Technician Workshop Practices in Cardiff

We are looking for a Senior Technician to provide technical support for creative workshop activities to complement our excellent technical provision. The role will be based in our wood and metal workshops, and will focus on maintaining safe and welcoming workshops as well as providing technical support. The technical team, and the workshops, studios and resources they manage are key to CSAD’s student experience. The technical team manages CSAD’s technical provision, deploying the School’s equipment and space in a system that ensures fairness and enhances safety, whilst promoting creativity, student‑centred learning and initiative.

You will have a comprehensive knowledge of health and safety in relation to creative applications of wood and metalwork, as well as experience of writing risk assessments, implementing controls and carrying out routine maintenance.

You’ll Lead The Way By:

• Ensuring the provision of high-quality workshop spaces and student access to materials.
• Supervising workshop processes and providing introductory demonstrations to support student learning.
• Purchasing materials and equipment.
• Developing own skills and knowledge to support the student experience.
• Ensuring safe practice through implementation of the School’s Health and Safety policy.

What You’ll Bring:

• Demonstrable technical / specialist skills in a relevant discipline.
• Clear communication skills – You can explain technical concepts clearly and concisely to support students and colleagues.
• Team-oriented approach – You work well with others, meet deadlines, and contribute to shared goals.
• Commitment to safety – You understand and apply health and safety policies to ensure a safe working environment, and will be willing to undertake training and development to implement best practice.

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values‑based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you will find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development.

We Offer Excellent Benefits Such As:

• Annual leave of 25 days, rising to 30 days after 1 year’s service, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions.
• Excellent family‑friendly policies.
• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
• Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.

For more information about the role please contact Charlie Bull, Resources Manager on cbull@cardiffmet.ac.uk or feel free to contact Aleksandra Janusiewicz, the Recruitment Advisor supporting this vacancy on ajanusiewicz2@cardiffmet.ac.uk. All applications must be submitted online. The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.