Structures Technician

Do you have extensive construction experience gained in either academia or industry, ideally in the field of concrete technology? Do you want to lead the technical support for our structures facility?

We are looking for a professional and proactive individual to join our team and support teaching, research and general activities within the structures facility. Providing advice to a diverse range of students and academic and research staff from across the University about construction and testing of concrete specimens, you will act as a point of expertise.

You will have extensive experience, gained in either academia or industry, ideally in the field of construction and steel framework, with the proven ability to take responsibility for area management. You will also have experience in the use of equipment for testing construction materials, including data logging and storing results for later analysis.

This role will be based at the university of Leeds campus and there is scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner. We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

What we offer in return

• 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance.
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more!

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Kamran Azam, Lead Technician

Email: K.Azam@leeds.ac.uk