Technical Operations Manager

Newcastle University

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Salary: £47,389 to £50,253 with progression to £56,535 per annum

Hours: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Placed On: 23rd March 2026

Closes: 20th April 2026

Job Ref: 29199

Company description:

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

Job description:

The Role

Your role will be to provide strategic and operational leadership for technical services across multiple disciplines within the School of Engineering, overseeing shared technical resources and facilities that support teaching, research and innovation.

You will work closely with the School Technical Manager and other Technical Operations Manager. It is the responsibility of this role to ensure the effective planning, management and continuous improvement of laboratory operations, infrastructure, health and safety compliance, and chemical and biological laboratory management. In addition this role provides leadership and line management for technical staff and contributes to school strategy by delivering a responsive, integrated and high-quality technical service to academic, research and student communities.

For Informal Enquiries please contact Jay Bartlett - Head of Technical Services.

To apply please upload your Cv and cover letter evidencing how your skills and experiences align to the person specification as outlined within the job description.