Associate Director (Technical Operations) - 15476-1

Location: Brunel University London, Uxbridge Campus

Brunel University London was established in 1966 and is a leading multidisciplinary research-intensive technology university delivering economic, social and cultural benefits. For more information please visit: https://www.brunel.ac.uk/about/our-history/home.

The College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences comprises seven academic departments delivering education programmes to over 5000 students. Our mission is to deliver a transformative education experience that nurtures talent, encourages creativity and scholarship and fosters lifelong learning through enquiry. Our vision is to be a leading and distinctive STEM education and knowledge provider.

We are seeking a proactive and experienced individual to join our team as Associate Director. In this role, you will be responsible for managing College technical teaching and research facilities and approximately 45 technicians, IT staff and technical managers. You will have overall responsibility for the safe and effective functioning of a large portfolio of technical facilities, planning technical support for a diverse educational and research programme and for general management of all College buildings, including office accommodation for staff and doctoral researchers.

The post requires an experienced manager, who will be able to develop and lead a diverse interdisciplinary technical team and set a clear direction and delegate effectively across a range of operational areas. You should also be able to demonstrate a well-developed interpersonal approach, with the ability to exercise influence and diplomacy, and to build credibility within the College and the wider University community. You will also be capable of developing new systems and processes to drive business improvement and have the ability to plan and manage change in a diverse stakeholder environment.

This is an exciting opportunity for a individual wishing to develop a career in the Higher Education sector at a time of significant development and change. A background in Higher Education is not necessarily required however an appreciation of an educational or research environment would be an advantage for this particular role. Experience of managing technical facilities and staff is an essential prerequisite for this post and demonstrable experience of health and safety assurance systems would be a distinct advantage.

For informal enquiries and to discuss the role in more detail please contact Paul Worthington, Director of College Operations for the College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences, Email: paul.worthington@brunel.ac.uk.

We offer a generous annual leave package plus discretionary University closure days, excellent training and development opportunities as well as a great occupational pension scheme and a range of health-related support. The University is committed to a hybrid working approach.

Closing date for applications: 7 June 2024

For further details and to apply please click the 'Apply' button.

If you have any technical issues please contact us at: hrsystems@brunel.ac.uk.

All applicants should be eligible to live and work in the UK for the duration of any offer of appointment.

Brunel University London has a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Our aim is to promote and achieve a fully inclusive workforce to reflect our community.

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