School Technical Manager (Maths and Physics) in Guildford

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life‑changing education and research. We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve, shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world. Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference.

The post holder will lead the provision of a professional laboratory service, and a safe working environment within the school laboratories.

• Be part of the School senior leadership team.
• Line manage the School technical support team, ensuring facilities are kept well maintained and well organised.
• Act as School Safety Advisor, ensuring School compliance with University policy and regulations pertaining to hazardous activities such as radiation, lasers, electricity, chemicals or cryogenics.
• Advise the Head of School on technical matters relating to projects, facility maintenance, equipment provision, and business continuity.

The post holder will oversee other members of the school technical support team and will contribute to their appraisal process. They will have responsibility in advising regarding planning technical resource management and producing continuity plans with respect to testing facilities for the school. The post holder will act as the School Safety Advisor, ensuring school compliance with the University Health & Safety policy and regulations.

The University of Surrey signed the Technician Commitment led by the Science Council, to ensure greater visibility, recognition, career development, and sustainability for technical staff across all disciplines. This position will provide opportunities to work alongside a diverse technical team, attend research seminars and build professional contacts across the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences. There will be opportunities to undertake on‑call work.

The successful candidate will hold a degree in a relevant subject, or equivalent, plus broad relevant technical and supervisory experience. They will have experience of leadership in a technical environment and of the operation and function of a teaching and/or research laboratory environment in the fields of physical sciences/engineering. They will also have understanding of, and experience in implementing, relevant Health & Safety legislation.

In addition to a competitive salary you will receive 25 days annual leave, with 8 additional days for bank holidays and 7 for university closure days. We offer a generous pension, flexible working options, access to world‑class leisure facilities, a range of travel schemes, and supportive family‑friendly benefits including an excellent on‑site nursery.

To apply please submit your CV and a cover letter via the University website. Informal enquiries may be made to Mrs Sarah Heisig (01483 682717, s.heisig@surrey.ac.uk). Interviews will be held on campus on 27th May. The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We value everyone in our community and are seeking to increase the diversity. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under‑represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities. Appointment is subject to a standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.