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Trainee Electrical Technician

University of Reading - Technical Services

Location: Reading
Salary: £20,134
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Placed On: 7th February 2023
Closes: 26th February 2023
Job Ref: SRF43836
 

The University of Reading is committed to an inclusive culture, and in Technical Services we are committed to the development of our staff, and we actively strive to diversify our team. We are dedicated to providing all applicants equality of opportunity, and as such we are looking for a Trainee Electrical Technician to join our dynamic team, where you will develop your career to a level where you will be able to fault find, repair and maintain a wide range of teaching and research equipment across the Science Schools at the University of Reading.

As part of the Trainee role, you will be trained to become proficient in the use of a large variety of tools and equipment. You will becoming versed in logging, testing and reporting of general laboratory equipment faults using asset management software. Health and Safety training will be provided in all aspects required of the role.

You will be enrolled on an Apprenticeship at Basingstoke College of Technology, and supported to study during work time, to gain an appropriate engineering related qualification where travel expenses for day release at college will be reimbursed.

The level of responsibility will develop as experience and training progress.

As a general guide we are looking for:

  • A minimum of three GCSE passes at grade 4 (grade C) or above, including Mathematics, English and a STEM subject (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics); or an equivalent qualification. Other qualifications will be considered.
  • A strong interest in working on equipment and machinery of any description that demonstrates an electrical or mechanical aptitude.
  • A proactive approach with good interpersonal and communication skills.
  • The ability to work carefully and accurately using your own initiative.
  • The willingness to work as part of a diverse team.
  • Good IT skills and be familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, or equivalent software.

Interview date: 14/03/2023

Informal contact details

Contact role: Associate Director of Operations
Contact name: Scott O’Brien
Contact phone: 07979591625
Contact email: s.obrien@reading.ac.uk

Alternative informal contact details

Contact role: Technical Manager
Contact name:
Andy Whittam
Contact phone:
07715804092
Contact email: 
a.w.whittam@reading.ac.uk

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-UK candidates who do not already have permission to work in the UK should note that by reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship will not be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and is a Diversity Champion for Stonewall, the leading LGBT+ rights organisation. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

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