Total 105 Others level Maintenance / Repair job vacancies in Scotland, UK

We are planning for the future and to manage the risks of climate change, reducing flood risk and making our environment a better place. Our Field Operations teams protect people and the environment by maintaining and operating our Flood & Coastal Risk Management assets and responding to flooding incidents. We already have ISO 55001 certification and it is our ambition to deliver a world class asset management service.

The FOMMA plays a vital role in improving the effectiveness and efficiency of our maintenance programme delivery, assuring compliance and safety in our operations. In this role you will:

• Work across FCRM Operations teams to manage and co-ordinate successful completion of our maintenance programme.
• Have oversight of the specialist skills and training needs across the field teams, required to safely deliver the maintenance programme, operate our assets and for incident response.
• Support the Field Team Leaders by providing leadership of change and improvements within field teams (e.g. HSW initiatives, ways of working) and by carrying out assurance of the changes.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure our risk management & safety standards for operations maintenance and incident response are being maintained and improved.
• Assure compliance with statutory obligations, such as Reservoirs Act and CDM Regulations

As a Category 1 responder, you will support our response to incidents by having an incident role (either ‘incident activated’ or part of our regular standby roster for incident or emergency 24/7 response over a 7-day period – for which you’d receive additional pay).

You will be based either at Amwell End (Herts) or Hanwell Depot (West London), depending on where you live. The role will cover the Herts North London Area and your work will be split across the office/depot (including our office in Welwyn Garden City), and on site.
The team
You will be part of the field team, reporting into one of our Field Team Leaders, but you will be expected to work across all six field teams in HNL Area.

As our ‘frontline’ they provide operational response during flood events by operating our critical river and coastal assets 24/7. They also carry out an annual programme of maintenance, grass cutting, removal of obstructions from rivers and minor asset repairs.
Experience/skills required
Your energy and enthusiasm, combined with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships are critical to the success of this role.

Essential Skills:

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Aptitude for coaching and mentoring colleagues
• Managing HSWE on construction/maintenance sites
• Delivering projects/programmes in field-based/site-based teams
• Organisational skills and ability to work under pressure
• Delivering results against performance targets
• Experienced user of Microsoft Office (particularly Excel)
• Knowledge of/willingness to learn our in-house systems

Qualifications and Licences:
You will either have or we will support you to work towards:-

• Institute of Asset Management (IAM) Certificate
• Site Manager’s Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS)
• IOSH Managing Safely/NEBOSH (Construction or General)
• X63 CDM Principal Contractor accredited training (internal course)

Vehicle Technician

- Franchised Dealership.
- Edinburgh East.
- Basic Salary up to £37,700.
- Bonus/OTE scheme available.
- 42 hour working week.

An exciting opportunity has become available for an Automotive Vehicle Technician / Vehicle Mechanic within a franchised dealership located in Edinburgh.

Our Automotive Client has a need for a Vehicle Technician or Vehicle Mechanic who is motivated and able to work to their own initiative.

The ideal Motor Trade Vehicle Technician will be fully qualified and experienced within the Vehicle Technician role.

Typical Duties as a Vehicle Technician / Vehicle Mechanic include but are not limited to:

- Carrying out Servicing and Repairs to a variety of Vehicles
- MOT Testing
- Performing Diagnostic Testing to identify Vehicle Faults.
- Ensuring that paperwork is completed to the highest of standards

Vehicle Technician / Vehicle Mechanic Requirements:

- A Fully Qualified Vehicle Technician NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
- A Current and Valid UK Driving Licence
- Dedicated and committed approach.
- Your job as a Vehicle Technician will be your passion and you will enjoy all aspects of your work.
- Your own Vehicle Technician tools

The salary of this Vehicle Technician role is up to £37,700 OTE.

Hours of work in this Vehicle Technician role are 42 hours per working week.

To apply for this Vehicle Technician position, please forward your CV to Kevin Barnbrook quoting the job reference number or call our office for a chat about this position.

Perfect Placement are the UK’s Leading Automotive Recruitment Agency so if you are looking for a New Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Garage Mechanic, Vehicle Technician or Technical Roles within the Motor Trade be sure to contact us today.

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Vehicle Technician

- Franchised Dealership.
- Ayr region
- Basic Salary up t0 £42,000 - DOE
- Bonus scheme available.
- 42.5 hour working week.
- Weekends on a rota.
- Impressive industry and manufacturer training courses.
- Dealer level benefits package.

An exciting opportunity has become available for an Automotive Vehicle Technician / Vehicle Mechanic within a Franchised Dealership located in Ayr.

Our Automotive Client has a need for a Vehicle Technician or Vehicle Mechanic who is motivated and able to work to their own initiative.

The ideal Motor Trade Vehicle Technician will be fully qualified and experienced within the Vehicle Technician role.

Typical Duties as a Vehicle Technician / Vehicle Mechanic include but are not limited to:

- Carrying out Servicing and Repairs to a variety of Vehicles
- MOT Testing
- Performing Diagnostic Testing to identify Vehicle Faults.
- Ensuring that paperwork is completed to the highest of standards

Vehicle Technician / Vehicle Mechanic Requirements:

- A Fully Qualified Vehicle Technician NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
- A Current and Valid UK Driving Licence
- Dedicated and committed approach.
- Your job as a Vehicle Technician will be your passion and you will enjoy all aspects of your work.
- Your own Vehicle Technician tools

The salary of this Vehicle Technician role is up to £42,000 OTE.

Hours of work in this Vehicle Technician role are 42.5 hours per working week.

To apply for this Vehicle Technician position, please forward your CV to Kevin Barnbrook quoting the job reference number or call our office for a chat about this position.

Perfect Placement are the UK’s Leading Automotive Recruitment Agency so if you are looking for a New Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Garage Mechanic, Vehicle Technician or Technical Roles within the Motor Trade be sure to contact us today.

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HGV Technician / HGV Fitter

- Commercial Dealership.
- Livingston region.
- Basic Salary up to £46,000
- Bonus scheme available.
- 42.5 hour working week.

We are currently seeking a HGV Technician / HGV Fitter on behalf of our Client, an Automotive nationally recognised commercial Vehicle Business based in the Livingston area.

The successful HGV Technician / HGV Fitter can expect a salary of up to £46,000 with working hours of 42.5 hours per working week.

Our Client is looking for a HGV Technician / HGV Fitter to join their busy team, this is a full-time position and our Client is looking for individuals with previous working experience within the role.

Typical Duties of a HGV Technician for our client include, but are not limited to:

- Servicing, repair and Maintenance of HGVs
- Completion of Job Sheets and Documentation
- Liaising with the Service Department and Parts Department
- Completion of MOT preparation

Requirements of this HGV Technician vacancy:

- Previous working experience within the role
- Fully qualified to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
- Excellent mechanical knowledge
- A Class 1 Licence may be beneficial to your application

If you are interested in hearing more, or wish to apply for this HGV Technician Job please send your CV to Kevin Barnbrook quoting the job reference number.

Perfect Placement are the UK’s Leading Automotive Recruitment Agency so if you are looking for a new Motor Trade Job get in touch today.

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Electrical Maintenance Engineer – FM Service Provider - Mobile covering Edinburgh and Fife £38,000 plus great benefits

An exciting opportunity to join an established building services company covering the Edinburgh and the Fife areas. CBW Staffing Solutions are currently recruiting for an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to be based on an established contract covering Edinburgh and Fife with occasional travel to the borders. He or she will be required to carry out planned and reactive electrical building maintenance. This position will also see you trained to be the Authorised Person on site.

Hours of work / Salary / Benefits

- 08:00am - 17:00pm
- Monday - Friday
- 40 hours a week
- £38,000
- Plus on call 1 in 8 with additional call out pay
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Private health care / life insurance
- Company pension

Key duties & Responsibilities

- Lighting (Small installation, Fault-finding, Lamping, etc)
- Emergency lighting tests
- Control Panels
- Undertake all allocated tasks and perform them in a timely and professional manner.
- Be proactive in identifying and reporting faults with building services equipment and take steps to resolve them.
- Be proactive to ensure all H&S issues are reported/escalated as required.
- Maintain informal communications with Client staff members related to service levels and issues.
- Report service affecting issued to the site management team for formal communication with the client.
- Remain flexible with regard to site attendance and tasks undertaken within personal competency.
- Be fully aware of relevant Health and Safety and general legislative matters.

Requirements

- Electrically qualified - City & Guilds Level 2&3
- City & Guilds - 18th Edition
- Must be able to provide copies of your trade certificates
- A proven track record in commercial building maintenance
- Multi-skilled
- Good communication skills
- Client Facing

We are a Multi-Award winning Occupational Health Provider looking to source an experienced Occupational Health Technician to join the team in Gateshead. The role involves travel throughout the North East, with some travel further afield, dependent on the needs of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drug and Alcohol testing.
• Fitness for work medicals.
• Health Assessments and Health Surveillance including audiometry and lung function testing.
• To ensure all medical information is accurately recorded in the occupational health records and passed to the relevant clinical staff.
• To ensure all equipment is serviceable, clean and fit for purpose.

Essential Skills:

• Experience working in Occupational Health.
• Sound educational background including a good standard of numeracy and written English.
• The ability to work autonomously with support from line management and others within the team.
• Possess solid IT skills.
• Be able to prioritise own workload and manage own time effectively, self-motivated and capable of working flexibly and to strict deadlines.
• Understand the requirement for patient confidentiality, ensuring all patients are treated with respect, dignity and privacy.
• Previous experience working in a clinical or fitness setting.
• Full UK Driving licence.

An interest or experience in mental health, addiction services, neurology, or pharmacology, would be beneficial to your application but not essential.

Who should apply?

There is no recognised professional qualification for this role however suitable backgrounds include:

• Occupational Health Technician.
• Health Care Assistant.
• Ambulance.
• EMT.
• Military Medic.
• Offshore Medic Knowledge and experience of working in occupational health.

This is a full-time permanent job where the successful applicant will work 37.5 hours per week.

Benefits:

Up to £30,000 per annum plus benefits depending on experience.
28 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays, Pension.

Please apply now if you are interested by submitting your CV and letter of interest to
melanie.sanders@recovery4life.co.uk

Role: Field Service Engineer / Mobile HGV Technician
Location: Cumbernauld, G68 9HQ
Hours: 45 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Salary: £40,200.73pa to £45,286.96pa DOE


Join our team as a Field Service Engineer! Your role will involve repairing, maintaining, and servicing customer vehicles to the highest standards, both on-site and in our workshops. From diagnosing faults to preparing vehicles for MOT inspections, your expertise will ensure top-notch service delivery.

You'll manage jobs efficiently, using PDA software for real-time logging and ensuring punctuality to commitments. With a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, you'll comply with company procedures and ISO9001 standards, always striving to exceed expectations.

Safety is paramount, and you'll be responsible for maintaining a safe working environment, adhering to health and safety procedures, and using appropriate protective equipment at all times.


Qualifications that set you apart include:
Working knowledge of vehicle technology systems
Maintenance and repair experience of RCVs or similar vehicles
Familiarity with Fleet Management or Workshop IT systems
Proven diagnostic and fault finding skills
Relevant educational qualifications such as NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance (or time served)


Our employees benefit from:
25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
Enhanced pension scheme and DIS benefit
Employee assistance programme
Health shield medical cash plan, including access to GP anytime an online 24/7 appointment service
Training and development
Bike to work scheme
Occupational health support
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At Dennis Eagle we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and a disability confident organisation. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated. As part of our dedication to creating a supportive environment, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. We invite you to engage in an open conversation with us about how we can best support you and ensure that your unique skills and talents are recognised and valued. Your success is integral to our collective growth, and we look forward to working together to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive.

If you have any queries or would like to apply for the role, please contact us at recruitment@dennis-eagle.co.uk



Please don’t delay your application, this role could be filled at any time for the right candidate.

Please be aware that Dennis Eagle is not a sponsoring organisation. Therefore the successful applicant must already possess the right to work in the UK or be able to secure the right to work in the UK independently.

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Technical Support Engineer / IT Helpdesk Analyst / Service Desk Technician is required to provide first line and second line technical user support covering hardware and software applications for a well-established company based in Central London.


SALARY: Negotiable

LOCATION: Hybrid with up to 3 Days per Week in the Central London Office (WC1B)

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent


JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Technical Support Engineer / IT Helpdesk Analyst / Service Desk Technician who has experience providing first line and second line support for hardware and software applications.

Working as a Technical Support Engineer / IT Helpdesk Analyst / Service Desk Technician you will play an integral role in providing high-quality 1st and 2nd Line support to both internal team members and external customers.

As a Technical Support Engineer / IT Helpdesk Analyst / Service Desk Technician you will manage helpdesk tickets, ensure seamless device deployment and configuration, and support of the company’s bespoke software platforms and applications.


APPLY TODAY

If this job looks like your ideal position, then please send in your CV as soon as possible for our Recruitment Team to review.


DUTIES

Your duties as a Technical Support Engineer / IT Helpdesk Analyst / Service Desk Technician include:

• Manage and respond to helpdesk tickets through the Halo platform, maintaining an organised and timely workflow to support end-users

• Deploy and configure devices using Microsoft Intune and Autopilot, ensuring systems are prepared and secure for new users

• Administer Entra Active Directory, ensuring users have appropriate access and permissions for seamless operations

• Provide ongoing support for the company’s bespoke software, ensuring high system performance, security, and user satisfaction

• Collaborate with team members to maintain an optimised, secure IT environment that aligns with organisational goals


CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience in helpdesk support and device management

• Knowledge of Microsoft Intune, Autopilot, and Entra Active Directory

• Excellent communication skills to effectively engage with both technical and non-technical users

• A proactive and collaborative approach to problem-solving in a team-driven environment

• Experience with bespoke software support is a plus


HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

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Maintenance Electrician - Edinburgh - Facilities Company- Up to £40,000

CBW is recruiting for an experienced electrician to cover commercial sites throughout the City of Edinburgh area on a mobile basis. Your main duty is to carry out the maintenance of all electrical services and equipment. You must have relevant electrical facilities maintenance experience and be able to undertake general building maintenance.

Key responsibilities:

To undertake the day to day operation, planned maintenance, fault finding and repair, periodic inspections and testing of the electrical services.

- Testing and inspection.

- Main switchgear and distribution systems.

- Lighting controls.

- Minor works and installations.

- The capability to operate a PDA system integrated with a CAFM system and ensure timely information flow.

- To ensure that PPM’s and associated work is carried out within allocated times.

- Ensuring that these records are kept up to date at all times with test results.

- To communicate all necessary information regarding breakdown problems, alterations, maintenance and technical information required.

- To liaise and work with specialist contractors as required.

Requirements :

- Industry recognised training apprenticeship.

- 18th Edition.

- Experience working in an FM environment.

- Able to establish parts/plant/materials necessary for completion of tasks.

- Flexible attitude to work individually and working as part of a team.

- Reliable and trustworthy.

- Confident in communication with clients and senior managers.

- Take part in out of hours duty roster/on call.

Hours of work

- Monday to Friday 08:00am - 17:00pm.

- 40 hours a week.

- Overtime available at weekends.

Package

- Salary up to £40,000.

- Holidays 24 days plus bank 9 holidays.

- Pension.

- Full expensed van and PDA system.

- Internal and External Training Courses.

Would you like to join a company that offers full training and support to kick start a career in the Water Industry?
Do you have a full clean driving licence?
My client is recruiting for Trainee Field Technicians who will be covering your local area.
The successful candidate will be trained to find water leaks on the underground water networks.
This role is working days - 40 hours per week
This is a temporary to permanent role for the right candidate.
Benefits of the Trainee Field Technician:
• Monday – Friday working
• Company van/fuel card provided
• Excellent training programme
• Fantastic career progression
Trainee Field Technician responsibilities:
• To assist in detailed surveys to identify the type and location of water leakage
• Assist repair gangs by providing leak detection services
• Assist in survey work/project work not normally associated with day-to-day leak detection
• To assist in adequate and accurate completion of all paperwork (including time sheets, survey forms, leak details and other duties as required
• Possess basic computer skills as you will be uploading data onto a laptop
• It is essential that you hold a full and valid driving licence as you are required to drive for the role
Full training will be given on the following:
• EUSR Water Hygiene Training
• Unit 2 Street Works
This Trainee Field Technician role would suit candidates with the following:
• Graduates
• Ex-Forces
• Drivers / Driving (Multi Drop, Meter Readers, Delivery Drivers)
• People with a manual working/outdoor background
Please note that this role is subject to compulsory drug and alcohol testing.
If you are looking for a fantastic career as a Trainee Field Technician and want to work for a forward-thinking Company then apply now with your current updated CV.
Due to the high volume of applications, we receive we are not always able to reply to all applications. If you haven’t heard back from us within 2 weeks, then please accept that your application has been unsuccessful for the role we currently have advertised.
Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job. Finlay Jude Associates Ltd acts as an employment agency.

This is a great opportunity to join Eurofins Agro Testing in our state of the art facilities in Edinburgh. The purpose of this role is to complete, to the required quality standards, the preparation and extraction of samples including but not limited to; soil, animal feed and organic waste.

Please note this is a permanent role, working 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday 08:30 - 17:00.

Working to the UKAS 17025:2017 Laboratory Standards.
Registration of agro samples within the laboratory management system.
Adhering to documented procedures, ensuring that all relevant information concerning samples is recorded, that samples are handled correctly, and that all necessary records and quality data are maintained.
Ensure all relevant paperwork is completed throughout the day
Maintain turnaround time at >95%, ensuring that daily targets are achieved.
Undertaking all tasks within sample processing to a high quality standard as required.
Responsible for ensuring that UK health and safety legislation is maintained and helping to ensure that the working environment is kept in a clean and tidy manner with due attention to the careful maintenance of all laboratory fittings and equipment.
To assist through operating best practice in order to meet the requirements of the UKAS accreditation standard.
Maintain a clean as you go mentality.
Provide a high level of internal and external customer care.
Responsible for the continuous improvement of the business, to help deliver a safe, efficient and high quality operation within sample reception to facilitate the analytical process which follows.
To help create a welcoming working environment, where quality, efficiency and health and safety underpin the core values of the site, which delivers a sustainable staff experience and customer service.

Qualifications

Experience in working in part of a team.
Understanding of UKAS Accreditation.
Good organisation and time management.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to self-motivate.
It will be of advantage to have working experience in a UKAS accredited laboratory.

Our superb client in the Property Damage Restoration sector is seeking a number of Trainee Restoration Technicians owing to business growth. Working 40 hours per week Monday to Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm covering London and the South of the UK. It is essential that you have a full UK manual driving licence (no more than 6 points on licence) and your own transport to be considered for the role.

As a Trainee Restoration Technician, you will be involved in the restoration of commercial and some residential properties following events such as fire or flooding. You will be responsible for stripping out properties of their fixtures and fittings following water / fire damage, setting up equipment to begin and complete the drying out process so that the property can be restored back to full use. You will upload project reports and updates to company claims management system. You will attend team meetings and will be required to travel extensively and stay away from home regularly during the week and when required in fully expensed accommodation with a meal allowance.

To be considered for the role of Trainee Restoration Technician , you will have previous experience in a similar damage restoration or construction labouring position where you have worked extensive with building materials, you will have manual dexterity, pc literate and a good level of general education. You will have excellent communication skills along with empathy and customer service skills. You must be able to work away from home on a regular basis and sometimes at short notice.

For the role of Trainee Restoration Technician, our client is offering a starting salary £25,000 with overtime over 40 hours, company vehicle, laptop, mobile phone, 25 days paid annual leave, plus statutory holidays, pension, life assurance after probationary period, social events, career training and progression.

Send your CV now for consideration.

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Vehicle Technician

- Fleet site.
- Glasgow area.
- Basic salary up to £36,000.
- Achievable earnings of £42,000+
- 40 hour working week.

An exciting opportunity has become available for an Automotive Vehicle Technician / Vehicle Mechanic within a Well known vehicle Hire Company located in Glasgow.

Our Automotive Client has a need for a Vehicle Technician or Vehicle Mechanic who is motivated and able to work to their own initiative.

The ideal Motor Trade Vehicle Technician will be fully qualified and experienced within the Vehicle Technician role.

Typical Duties as a Vehicle Technician / Vehicle Mechanic include but are not limited to:

- Carrying out Servicing and Repairs to a variety of Vehicles
- MOT Testing
- Performing Diagnostic Testing to identify Vehicle Faults.
- Ensuring that paperwork is completed to the highest of standards

Vehicle Technician / Vehicle Mechanic Requirements:

- A Fully Qualified Vehicle Technician NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
- A Current and Valid UK Driving Licence
- Dedicated and committed approach.
- Your job as a Vehicle Technician will be your passion and you will enjoy all aspects of your work.
- Your own Vehicle Technician tools

The salary of this Vehicle Technician role is up to £42,000 OTE.

Hours of work in this Vehicle Technician role are 40 hour working week split into 4-day working week – No weekends!

To apply for this Vehicle Technician position, please forward your CV to Kevin Barnbrook quoting the job reference number or call our office for a chat about this position.

Perfect Placement are the UK’s Leading Automotive Recruitment Agency so if you are looking for a New Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Garage Mechanic, Vehicle Technician or Technical Roles within the Motor Trade be sure to contact us today.

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College of Medical Veterinary & Life Sciences
School of Molecular Biosciences

Chief Technician
Vacancy Reference: 158251
Salary: UofG Grade 7, £40,247 - £45,163 per annum.

This post is full time (35 hours per week) and open ended. Relocation assistance will be provided where appropriate.

The School of Molecular Biosciences is looking for a Chief Technician to join the team.

Reporting to the Head of Professional Services (HoPS), the post holder will be responsible for leading the management of technical services within the School of Molecular Biosciences and overseeing all technical aspects of a diverse research/teaching service or activities.

The post holder will provide strategic and functional senior technical leadership to PIs, research staff, technicians and students, assuming an active role in various committees and working groups across the School, College and Organisation as required.


Informal enquiries may be directed to Nikki White, Nikki.White@glasgow.ac.uk


Apply online at:
https://my.corehr.com/pls/uogrecruit/erq_jobspec_version_4.jobspec?p_id=158251


Closing Date: Thursday 28th November 2024



We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/.

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We are investing in our organisation, and we will invest in you too. Please visit our website https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs/ for more information.

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About Us
The Schools of Basic & Medical Biosciences (BMBS) and Cancer & Pharmaceutical Sciences (CPS) are seeking a Grade 3 Technician to provide washing up and autoclaving services to two busy departments on the Guy’s campus. The Randall Centre for Cell and Molecular Biophysics is the largest department in BMBS with research focused on fundamental biophysical processes for example cell motility, muscle signalling and developmental biology. Researchers study the role of these processes in medical conditions including allergy, asthma, cardiovascular disease and cancer, often working together in collaboration with colleagues in other Departments/Schools, such as the Comprehensive Cancer Centre (CCC) which is part of CPS and is co-located with the Randall in New Hunt’s House. The role will be based in the Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine.
About the role
The post holder will be part of a wider technical team providing high quality technical support within Randall (75%) and CCC (25%). They will use their technical and practical skills to carry out a range of laboratory tasks that are essential to ensure the smooth delivery of research in a busy environment.

A key element of the post is to lead on the provision of an efficient glass-washing and autoclaving service, including sterilisation of research materials and the inactivation of Genetically Modified waste. They will manage their workload effectively to ensure a continuous service that supports the work of the researchers. They will also play an active role in the provision of consumable products, placing internal orders and collecting goods from the Guy’s campus store, replenishing stock room areas, dealing with deliveries, ensuring correct storage of temperature sensitive items and notifying recipients of their arrival.

The ideal candidate will be a dependable team player, able to work well as part of the wider technical team to deliver a comprehensive technical service. They will be expected to contribute to a number of technical objectives including but not limited to, health and safety compliance, good laboratory practice, maintenance of equipment and interactions with external stakeholders (engineers, delivery staff, maintenance and security personnel etc.)

The position is suitable for someone with experience of manual handling activities and operating autoclave/glass washing machinery. They will have a strong desire to work in a service delivery role.

This is a full-time post (35 Hours per week), and you will be offered an indefinite contract. The nature of the role means that it has to be performed on site.

The earliest start date for this post is the 17th February 2025.
About you
To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:

Essential criteria
Minimum level 3 qualification, e.g. A levels, AS levels, International Baccalaureate diploma or other Level 3 qualification, plus work experience in a relevant technical/scientific post(s) OR Knowledge and skills gained through work experience in relevant technical or scientific posts
Knowledge of a range of technical or practical skills and procedures and their impact on the environment
Evidence of an active commitment to skills and knowledge development through vocational training and on-the-job experience
Solutions-focused self-starter, with good prioritisation and organisational skills
Clear spoken and written communication skills, with competent computer use and strong interpersonal and influencing/behavioural skills
Flexible team-worker who is responsive to colleagues
An understanding of Health & Safety regulations governing area of work, particularly relating to laboratory waste disposal and recycling
Experience of working in a service providing role
Desirable criteria
Manual handling experience and/or training
Experience in a role involving the purchasing and the delivery of orders and post to departments and/or reporting and facilitating maintenance/repair works
Experience in supervising/advising less experienced colleagues, monitoring, and providing feedback on performance
Able and willing to provide support beyond core hours as required
Downloading a copy of our Job Description
Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the next page after you click “Apply Now”. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process.
Further Information
We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community.

We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's.
We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible.

To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘ How we Recruit’ pages.

Interviews are due to be held on the week beginning 6th January 25 (may be subject to change).

We are not able to offer sponsorship for candidates who do not currently possess the right to work in the UK.

This post is subject to Occupational Health clearances.