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Civil Engineering Technician - REQ9382
Job Description
PURPOSE OF POST
The University is looking a for an experienced technician to provide short term cover for its Structures and Concrete Testing Laboratory. The post holder will work closely with research active academics preparing samples for project work, undertaking testing of materials, and contributing to the evaluation of the outputs.
The post holder will play an active role in providing undergraduate and post graduate students with hands-on experience with the investigative techniques used when developing/testing materials used in the Built Environment and Architecture.
As an integrated member of the technical team, the post holder will work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the smooth running of the Structures and Concrete Testing Laboratory, including appropriate risk management, operational maintenance, compliance with Health and Safety regulations and contributing to high standards of operational practice.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provide high quality technical support in relation to the use and application of specialist testing, investigative, and analytical equipment in the Structures and Concrete Testing Laboratory.
2. Actively contribute to the design, development, and implementation of equipment and/or experimental apparatus for teaching and explorative studies. This will typically include collaborating with colleagues to develop data collection strategies, planning system configurations, and assisting with experimentation and testing.
3. Work in close collaboration with colleagues (technical and academic), to ensure the effective operation of the designated laboratories, ensuring appropriate levels of support are provided to staff, students, and other key customers.
4. Play an active role in the delivery of induction sessions and technical workshops so that users of the facilities can confidently use these resources in a safe and competent manner.
5. Undertake diagnostic evaluation of hardware/software systems, with the ability to recommend solutions and/or provide directive guidance for students/staff or other interested parties.
6. Provide colleagues with expert technical advice in relation to the procurement, use and implementation of technologies associated with the designated laboratories.
7. Responsible for ensuring the effective maintenance of specialist equipment in the designated areas of responsibility, including installation and hardware support, consulting with colleagues and external partners as required to ensure that laboratory systems remain operational.
8. Undertake administrative duties, including preparing reports and overseeing the management of documentation relevant to the area of responsibility. (For example, risk assessments, equipment audits, resource procurement and Health and Safety records).
9. Work closely with and be able to deputise for technical colleagues, including rota duty cover for evening or extra-curricular support.
10. Ensure that the designated areas are used appropriately and that activities within adhere to the University’s policies and procedures (including Health and Safety, Data Protection, and Equality and Diversity).
11. Maintain, develop, and broaden their own knowledge of relevant processes and systems, continually evaluating and implementing key technical advances in line with professional practice.
12. Undertake other temporary duties commensurate with the level of the role, as agreed through the appropriate line management structure to meet the requirements of the department.
It is expected that the post holder will not normally take annual leave during key points in the academic calendar, and that due to the nature of work patterns in this sector they may be required to assist with cover of events scheduled outside of normal core hours.
Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant Engineering discipline, plus significant experience of working in a relevant technical / scientific laboratory environment.
Skills
PERSON SPECIFICATION / SELECTION CRITERIA
Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant Engineering discipline, plus significant experience of working in a relevant technical / scientific laboratory environment.
or
Substantial professional/industrial experience in an engineering/ field, demonstrating personal development through involvement in progressively more demanding work/roles.
Experience
Able to demonstrate a comprehensive working knowledge of Civil engineering principles as these relate to
- Composition, casting and curing of concrete /composite beams, and the effective testing of these and other specified beam samples.
- Ability to effectively setup, operate and maintain the range of equipment used to test the compressive strengths of materials used in a wide range of Civil Engineering applications.
Health and Safety
Able to demonstrate a practical understanding of the Health and Safety at Work Act and its application to risk management in professional / educational environments.
Abilities
Excellent organisational and administrative skills, able to demonstrate initiative in the planning, management, and execution of projects, including the ability to prioritise and organise a varied workload and potentially those of others, in a timely manner.
Able to convey specialised technical information effectively and coherently in a higher education, or comparable professional training environment.
Able to demonstrate excellent customer service skills and a commitment to the provision of a quality service to both staff and students.
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