Technician

Department
The York School of Architecture (YSA)is a new department at the University of York - it is interdisciplinary, building on York research strengths in culture, community, computation, environment and geography, heritage and social policy to create a school that supports our commitment to public good. The new school welcomed its first students in September 2025 on the BA (honours) Architecture course.

This post is available from 02 February 2026.

Role
The role of Technician is central to the delivery of a high-quality student experience in the York School of Architecture. The post holder will provide skilled technical support in architectural model making and ensure the safe operation of equipment. The facilities include a range of analogue workshop machinery, digital fabrication technologies and a dedicated computer lab. The Technician will provide inductions, demonstrations, and training in model-making techniques, handcrafting with various materials and advanced digital fabrication methods. They will help maintain workshop equipment, follow health and safety procedures, and contribute to the effective running of the technical facilities. The role also includes support as a Departmental Computing Officer, assisting with IT, AV and plotters within the Computer Labs and f technical facilities.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications Needed

• Details of the main qualifications, knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications essential to the post (as stated in the ‘person specification’ in the job template (available on the university's website, accessed by the 'Apply' button)).
• Proven experience with traditional and digital fabrication tools (e.g., woodworking equipment, 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC machines).
• Knowledge of materials relevant to architectural model making, including timber, plastics, and composites.
• Ability to demonstrate and train others in safe effective use of workshop tools and equipment.
• Experience of maintaining and repairing workshop equipment.
• Competence troubleshooting IT AV / Printing / Software related issues.
• An undergraduate degree in architecture, product design, engineering or equivalent relevant experience.
• Knowledge of relevant safety regulations & procedures, i.e. COSHH and risk assessment.
• Knowledge and ability to implement practical techniques used in work area.
• Ability to perform complex technical tasks to a consistent high standard with attention to detail.
• Ability to plan and take responsibility for own work using initiative, seeking advice.
• IT skills for a wide range of applications, including Google Apps and specialist software.
• Ability to present complex ideas in a clear and concise manner.
• Competent in use of advanced technical equipment and techniques.
• Ability to analyse and interpret data and explain complex information.
• Ability to assess non-routine problems suggesting solutions.

Interview date: 16 December 2025

For informal enquiries: contact Matt Howarth: matt.howarth@york.ac.uk.

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