Senior Technician: Digital Fabrication Lab

University of Plymouth - Faculty of Arts Humanities and Business / School of Art Design and Architecture

Location:	Plymouth
Salary:	Not Specified
Hours:	Full Time
Contract Type:	Permanent

Placed On:	12th August 2025
Closes:	28th August 2025
Job Ref:	B0822

Join Our Team – Senior Technician Digital Fabrication Laboratory.

About the role

As a valued member of our team, you will play a key role in the development of the additive and subtractive areas within the high-profile Digital Fabrication Lab, located in the Roland Levinsky Building.

Reporting to the School Technical Manager, you will be a vital member of the team. A significant part of this role will involve close collaboration with all faculty stakeholders, as well as external and wider university colleagues.

Your Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for operating and maintaining state-of-the-art fabrication.
• You’ll also have opportunities to develop skills and knowledge in emerging technologies including generative AI applications.
• Your attention to detail and commitment to excellence will help us create a great student experience and a forward-looking department.

We are actively seeking candidates from diverse technical backgrounds. We particularly value candidates holding qualifications equivalent to an HND, Degree, NVQ4, or similar, complemented by relevant practical experience. Hands-on experience in any of the following areas is mandatory: CAD design in a range of packages, 3D printing in a range of formats, CNC on a range of 2D/3D small, medium, large machine types and materials (Wood/Metal and Plastic). A range of material handling, machine and fabrication experience is very welcome.

We desire a candidate who thrives both independently and within a team, appreciating the importance of contributing to a supportive work environment. Additionally, the role involves assisting undergraduates, postgraduates, and researchers in this domain; thus, strong communication and mentoring skills are essential.

For more information on School of Art Design and Architecture please visit our dedicated webpage at https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/schools

The School of Art Design and Architecture holds a Bronze Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education.

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.

Our Offer

When joining us, you will receive:

• Generous annual leave: 25 Days Annual Leave 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