Newcastle University: Civil & Geospatial Engineering
Engineering Technical Team Leader
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Newcastle Engineering Technical Team Leader
The School of Engineering at Newcastle University is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to the role of Technical Team Leader.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a team of technical staff supporting teaching, research and Civil and Geospatial Engineering Facilities, supporting the Geotechnical and Structural Engineering and Water groups.
Our highly skilled and professional technical colleagues are essential in supporting and delivering successful teaching and research activities to an international standard. We have approximately 75 technicians employed within the School of Engineering, working on both our city campus and off-site facilities throughout the North East of England. Our technical expertise spans a wide range of engineering disciplines and plays a fundamental role in Newcastle University’s teaching, research and external engagement.
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Role Responsibilities
As Technical Team Leader, you will:
- Lead and develop a team of technicians responsible for supporting specialist engineering labs, fieldwork and testing facilities.
- Provide operational leadership across a range of civil engineering labs, ensuring the safe, efficient and effective delivery of technical services that underpin undergraduate teaching, post graduate research, commercial testing and externally funded research projects.
- Work closely with academic colleagues, researchers, and professional services, planning workloads, managing technical resources, supporting strategic developments, and ensuring laboratories, equipment, and facilities remain operational, compliant, and fit for purpose.
- Contribute to future developments within the school, including new teaching programmes, specialist laboratory facilities, and research infrastructure.
- Support the Technical Operations Manager in the leadership and development of civil engineering technical services, taking responsibility for areas including health and safety, lab operations, staff management, infrastructure, asset management, and continuous service improvement.
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Role Requirements
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced technical professional looking to take the next step in their career, leading a highly skilled team and contributing to the continued success and growth of Engineering Technical Services at Newcastle University.
Employment Details
- The position is full-time and offered on an open-ended basis.
Contact Information
For informal enquiries, please contact Christopher Brown, Technical Operations Manager by email: Christopher.Brown@ncl.ac.uk.
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