"Workshop and Maintenance Supervisor"

Workshop and Maintenance Supervisor

Department: Department of Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics, Sherrington Building, Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3PT

Contract & job type: Full-time, Permanent

About us: At the Department of Physiology Anatomy & Genetics (DPAG) we undertake discovery science where we reassemble physiological processes at the molecular, cellular, tissue and systems level of organisation. In so doing we provide a bridge to translational medicine, and interface between physical and life sciences. We are committed not only to innovative research and the highest standard of teaching, but also to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment.

Overview of the role: The ideal candidate will be an experienced mechanical or production engineering professional with strong supervisory skills, a hands-on approach, and a commitment to high standards of safety and workmanship. In this role, you will be responsible for supervising workshop operations and building maintenance, managing a small technical team, and delivering high-quality fabrication and maintenance support for a large, multidisciplinary research and teaching department. This post is available immediately and is offered on a full-time, permanent basis (with consideration given to part-time or flexible working arrangements).

Key responsibilities:

• Day-to-day supervision of the workshop and maintenance team, including task allocation, prioritisation, and scheduling of routine and reactive work.
• Management of building maintenance and repairs, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and University policies.
• Programming, setting up, and operating CNC and manual workshop machinery to manufacture high-precision bespoke components for teaching and research.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for fabrication requests and providing technical advice on mechanical design and production.
• Coordinating with Estates Services, contractors, and internal stakeholders to resolve building and maintenance issues, including logging and tracking faults via facilities management systems.
• Managing workshop inventory, equipment maintenance, and waste disposal in line with environmental and safety standards.
• Promoting a strong culture of health and safety, overseeing risk assessments, training, and safe working practices across all activities.

Selection criteria:

• A BTEC Higher National Certificate/Diploma in Mechanical or Production Engineering or equivalent qualification, or substantial relevant experience.
• Extensive experience in high-precision machining, including proficiency in both manual and CNC machining.
• Experience of supervising staff, preferably within a workshop or maintenance environment.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex mechanical concepts to non-specialist staff and students.
• Good working knowledge of health and safety regulations relevant to workshops and building maintenance.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

What we offer: Your wellbeing at work matters, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:

• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days annual leave
• A comprehensive range of childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle and electric car loan schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

While this is a full-time role, we welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.

How to apply: Please provide a supporting statement outlining how you meet the selection criteria along with your CV, and the details of two referees as part of your online application. The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday 16th February. Interviews are likely to take place late February and will be face to face. Applications are particularly welcome from women, black and minority ethnic candidates who are under-represented in academic posts in Oxford.

Follow us: Stay connected with us on LinkedIn, Bluesky and Instagram to learn more about our work and culture. Informal enquiries about the role may be directed to the DPAG HR Team: hr@dpag.ox.ac.uk

Salary: £32,108 - £37,338 (Standard Grade 6)

Closing Date: 16-Feb-2026 12:00