Technical Officer-Engineering and Workshops in Preston

When you work for the University of Lancashire, you’ll be part of a thriving community of talent that’s united in a common commitment to transform lives. We do this by delivering an outstanding educational experience and creating prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Whatever your role, you’ll be playing a vital part in helping us achieve our vision.

About the role: We are seeking a Technical Officer to lead the operation of our engineering workshop facilities. This is an exciting opportunity to manage specialist technical resources, support teaching and research activities, and lead a team of skilled technical staff. The postholder will coordinate workshop facilities and provide specialist technical support for teaching, research and commercial activities. Duties will include delivering practical demonstrations, managing stock and supervising workshop activities.

About you: The successful candidate will have experience supervising staff within an engineering workshop environment and a strong background in practical engineering processes. You will be confident delivering technical training and demonstrations, maintaining specialist equipment, and ensuring high standards of health and safety. Applicants should have experience of CNC machinery, CAD/CAM systems and SolidWorks, alongside excellent organisational, communication and customer service skills. A relevant engineering qualification, or equivalent industry experience, is essential. Experience in Higher Education, fabrication and manufacturing techniques, professional registration, or Health & Safety qualifications would be advantageous. For this role you are required to have a technical or engineering undergraduate degree or appropriate equivalent experiential learning.

This role offers the opportunity to make a significant contribution to teaching, research, innovation and service development within a dynamic and supportive environment.

What we can offer you: We have a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – attractive annual leave entitlement access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform which includes a 24/7 online GP. Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives.

About us: We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our Safeguarding page.

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