Senior Technician (Precision Manufacturing)

University of Plymouth - School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics

Location: Devon, Plymouth

Salary: £35,608 to £38,784 pro rata per annum - Grade 6

Hours: Part Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Placed On: 4th September 2025

Closes: 21st September 2025

Job Ref: B0858

About the role

The Faculty of Science and Engineering wish to appoint a Senior Technician (Precision Manufacturing) to provide teaching and research support for the School of Engineering Computing and Mathematics. You will work as part of a team under the direction of the School Technical Manager and deliver support in all aspects of Precision Manufacturing and Fabrication and manage the Precision Manufacturing Workshop. When you join us, you’ll be supporting a broad range of activities including undergraduate projects, teaching, research and outreach activities. A key element of the role will be the day-to-day operation of the Precision Manufacturing workshop and contributing to the Digital Fabrication workshop.

What we’re looking for:

We are looking for a candidate with a degree or HND in a relevant subject with a significant period of relevant work experience. You will have the demonstrable ability to work independently with minimal supervision, including operating complex machinery such as manual lathes & mills, as well as CNC mills (ferrous and non-ferrous materials), lathes and waterjet cutters. This role includes a significant element of student facing work and so the ideal candidate will enjoy working in a dynamic student focused environment.

About us:

This is an exciting time to join the School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics (SECaM) as the £63 million Babbage Building creates the state-of-the-art space for inspiring research and teaching, and enables multidisciplinary collaborations within and beyond the School. SECaM is a welcoming and inspiring place to work and study. SECaM is part of the Faculty of Science and Engineering and includes the subject areas of civil and coastal engineering, computer science, electrical and electronic engineering and robotics, mathematical science, mechanical, marine and materials engineering and navigation and maritime science. We are a collaborative and interdisciplinary community of world-leading academics, researchers and technicians focused on the advancement of knowledge and the creation of innovative solutions that have a positive impact on society. We have an extensive portfolio of research from offshore renewable energy, coastal engineering and robotics to cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and data science. With many internationally recognised experts, our teaching staff are passionate about providing an innovative and inspiring learning experience. The School holds an Athena Swan Silver award that demonstrates our ongoing commitment to advancing gender equality and success for all. Women and members of other currently underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply. This is a part-time position working 29.6 hours per week on a permanent basis.

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. For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Dr Charlotte Cree (School Technical Manager) by email charlotte.cree@plymouth.ac.uk or by telephone on 01752 586 204. Closing date: 12 midnight, Sunday 21 September 2025. Interviews are expected to take place week commencing Monday 6 October 2025. For more information on School of Engineering Computing and Mathematics please visit our dedicated webpage at https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/schools. Due to the nature of the role, unfortunately we are unable to accommodate working from home.