We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Workshops Technician to join our dynamic Technical Operations team. We are committed to delivering sector-leading technical services across the School of Environment, Education and Development (SEED) and the wider Faculty of Humanities. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a creative, collaborative environment by providing high-quality technical support for teaching, research and professional services. Based in Manchester, you will play an important role in enabling staff and students to realise ambitious design and research projects while maintaining the highest standards of customer service and technical excellence.
The successful candidate will support the delivery of model-making activities within the B.15 workshops, assisting with three-dimensional construction projects using a wide range of materials and processes, including card and paper, timber, plastics, additive manufacturing, and mould-making and casting techniques. You will provide practical guidance, demonstrate workshop equipment and processes, and help ensure that all activities are carried out safely and effectively. The role requires a flexible, solutions-focused approach, a strong commitment to health and safety, and a genuine enthusiasm for helping students achieve their creative and academic goals.
Based within the B.15 Architecture workshop facilities, you will work closely with the existing technical team to enhance the workshop's technical support provision and contribute to the continuous development of an innovative and welcoming workshop environment.
What you will get in return:
As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.
Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here
Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.
Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.
Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk.
Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.
Please note, under the new immigration rules this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route of the Points Based System. Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK in order to be eligible to take up the post.
Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Name: Scott Miller
Email: Scott.miller@manchester.ac.uk
Please send a portfolio of your previous work in addition to the job application link below by emailing scott.miller@manchester.ac.uk
General enquiries:
Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk
Technical support:
https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home
This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.
Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.
