University of Surrey

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve, shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world. Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference. The role The post holder will lead the provision of a professional laboratory service, and a safe working environment within the school laboratories. To do this, the post holder will: be part of the School senior leadership team line manage the School technical support team, ensuring facilities are kept well maintained & well organised act as School Safety Advisor, ensuring School compliance with University policy and regulations pertaining to hazardous activities i.e. those involving hazards such as radiation, lasers, electricity, chemicals or cryogenics for example advise the Head of School on technical matters relating to projects, facility maintenance, equipment provision, and business continuity. The post holder will oversee other members of the school technical support team and will contribute to their appraisal process. They will have responsibility in advising regarding planning technical resource management and producing continuity plans with respect to testing facilities for the school. The post holder will act as the School Safety Advisor, ensuring school compliance with the University Health & Safety policy and regulations. The University of Surrey signed the Technician Commitment led by the Science Council, to ensure greater visibility, recognition, career development, and sustainability for technical staff across all disciplines. This position will provide opportunities to work alongside a diverse technical team, attend research seminars and build professional contacts across the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences. There will be opportunities to undertake on-call work. About you The successful candidate will hold a degree in a relevant subject, or equivalent, plus broad relevant technical and supervisory experience. They will have experience of leadership in a technical environment and of the operation and function of a teaching and/or research laboratory environment in the fields of physical sciences/engineering. They will also have understanding of, and experience in implementing, relevant Health & Safety legislation. What we can offer In addition to a competitive salary you will receive 25 days annual leave, with 8 additional days for Bank Holidays and 7 for University closure days. We offer a generous pension, flexible working options, access to world-class leisure facilities, a range of travel schemes, and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery. Further information To apply please submit your CV and a cover letter via the University website. Informal enquiries may be made to Mrs Sarah Heisig (, ). For further information on the School of Mathematics and Physics at Surrey visit School of Mathematics and Physics Interviews will be held on campus on 27th May. The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We value everyone in our community and are seeking to increase the diversity. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities. Appointment is subject to a standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Further details Job Description

A unique and exciting opportunity for a Specialist Technician to join within Operational Services as part of a maintenance/install hybrid team. Nestled amongst the rolling hills of the Surrey countryside, we offer market leading benefits and a role in which you can make a real impact on people's lives! We value, empower and support every member of staff to get the best out of your unique talents, so you'll be rewarded with a generous salary, 20 days annual leave which increases by 1 day per year for a maximum of 5 days, bank holidays and 7 University days (Easter & Christmas) salary sacrifice benefits and a unique and vibrant working environment on-campus. Roles & Responsibilities: Working as part of a team responsible for small installation works and supporting operational maintenance of University premises, you will be undertaking planned projects and reactive work on various systems to support the University's infrastructure and environmental control systems across all our premises, ensuring that they are maintained and installed in a safe, efficient, and functional order. You'll need good planning, organising and prioritising skills, and will be working at a senior level. As such, you will be expected to tackle more complex tasks, take on additional responsibilities and communicate effectively at a senior level. Other responsibilities include: Maintain all systems, including statutory inspection and testing where required, to meet current legislative requirements. Ensure failing plant or assets are reported to the Helpdesk and plant areas are maintained in good condition. Deliver an effective and timely response to maintenance demands across the University in a timely and cost-effective manner. Ensure compliance with all University Health and Safety and Environmental systems and procedures, and take an active part in the development of these policies Ensure the use of equipment and materials in delivery of maintenance services are appropriate and meet current legislative standards. Keep up to date with related legislation and developments, attending courses and passing all necessary exams to maintain professional accreditation. Carry out multi-skilled tasks, where relevant, such as (but not restricted to) mechanical isolation and fault finding, electrical isolations, minor carpentry, redecoration repairs linked to maintenance and small works. Complete all administrative work associated with departmental management systems, including the completion of work records, timesheets, stores issues, estimates and health & safety records. Utilise Building Logbook to record all maintenance visits and any relevant defective information and repairs. All defects to be reported immediately to the help desk for further action. Must be computer literate and work well with computer/tablet systems What's in it for you? We think Surrey is an amazing place to work, and we are carefully crafting a dynamic, flexible, and fun place to work and thrive. Alongside our gorgeous campus setting, collegiate on-site atmosphere and plentiful development opportunities, we also offer: 25 days holiday 8 days bank holiday / 3 Uni days at Easter / 3 Uni days at Xmas / plus 1 VC Day 36 Hours per week Training in relevant areas Discount at SSP Onsite discounted childcare Cycle to work scheme. Electric car lease scheme Further details Job Description

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee. Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference. The role We are looking for a proactive and well-organised Brand and Creative Services Co-ordinator to play a supporting role in our Communications team. Working closely with the Brand and Creative Services teams, you will help to plan, co-ordinate and deliver a range of marketing and communications projects that enhance the University's profile and reputation. You will co-ordinate project activity, maintain administrative duties and workflows, support the production of marketing and creative assets, liaise with colleagues and suppliers, and act as a first point of contact for routine queries for the team. You will work with colleagues across the University to ensure consistent brand application, helping them to understand and use our brand effectively, and contributing to a smooth-running and high-performing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in marketing and communications, while contributing directly to the growth and reputation of a University. About you You will bring strong organisational skills, attention to detail and experience of working in a marketing, communications or related co-ordination role. You will be confident managing multiple tasks and deadlines, building good working relationships, and providing clear, accurate support in a busy, multi-stakeholder environment. How to apply To apply, please upload a CV and covering letter along with your application to the University website. Interviews will take place during week commencing 18th May. For informal queries about the role, please email Anna Ridgway, Brand Manager: The University of Surrey reserves the right to close this vacancy early based on volume and calibre of applications. Further details Job Description

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. We are recruiting a Cyber Risk & Assurance Manager to provide a focal point for Information Security Assurance, providing guidance and support to colleagues within IT Services and across the business. As a senior risk professional, you will be leading on information security assurance, working with other security disciplines, technical teams and architects to overlay good practice and security controls in support of business activities. Using your business acumen, you will apply appropriate risk analysis principles to support the University mission. What you'll be doing: Working with the Cyber Security leadership team to develop the University's security and compliance frameworks, maintaining and developing accreditation for IT Services' service catalogue Managing the PCI-DSS certification process, supporting all faculties / departments to ensure that their payment solutions are compliant Managing the annual certification activities associated with NHS DSP Toolkit Managing the annual certification activities associated with Cyber Essentials+ Operating and continuously improving the cyber risk registers and management information, supporting the successful communication of business risk within the institutional risk framework and University committee structure Provide product ownership for GRC tooling What you'll have: Substantial vocational and relevant management experience, and success in similar or related roles, supported by evidence of significant appropriate specialist knowledge Experience of administering vendor risk management processes, and prior experience of risk assessment Experience of working with external parties in relation to their specific information security assurance requirements, such as NHS England (NHS DSP Toolkit); ONS (ONS Secure Research Service) Experience of developing workflows in support of information governance and information security assurance; particularly any service development involving GRC processes and tooling (such as OneTrust) Appropriate IT Security/risk certifications (such as one or more of: CISSP, CISA, CISM, CRISC) Ability to work flexibly, including working outside of regular office hours upon occasion where incidents arise What we can offer In addition to a competitive salary you will receive 25 days annual leave, with 8 additional days for Bank Holidays and 7 for University closure days. We offer a generous pension, flexible working options, access to world-class leisure facilities, a range of travel schemes, and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery. How to apply To apply, please upload your CV and a cover letter to the university website. Informal enquiries should be directed to David Iveson via Interviews will be held 26th May. Please note, we are not looking for any external agency support on this role at this time. The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We value everyone in our community and are seeking to increase the diversity. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities. Further details Job Description

Join Our Team as an Engineering Technician Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences Are you passionate about hands on engineering, supporting exciting research and helping students bring ideas to life? Do you enjoy working in dynamic laboratory environments where no two days are the same? If so, we would love to hear from you. We are looking for a proactive and skilled Engineering Laboratory Technician to support the safe, efficient and innovative operation of our department's laboratories. You will play a vital role in preparing, maintaining and improving our teaching and research facilities, helping ensure that students, academics and researchers can carry out high quality experimental work. What you will do Support a wide range of engineering experiments using hydraulic, mechanical, electrical and electro mechanical equipment Prepare and assemble test specimens, rigs and laboratory setups for teaching and research Maintain, service and repair laboratory equipment to keep facilities running smoothly Demonstrate equipment and techniques to students and staff, helping others learn and succeed Monitor and support Health and Safety practices, including risk assessments and lab upkeep Assist with demonstrations at Open Days, Taster Days and outreach events Contribute to the development of innovative solutions and improvements within the labs What we are looking for Practical experience in laboratory, workshop or engineering environments Strong problem solving skills and the confidence to work independently An enthusiasm for supporting others and contributing to a positive learning environment A commitment to safe working practices and maintaining high standards A willingness to learn new skills and engage with a broad range of engineering disciplines Why join us You will work alongside a supportive team of experienced technicians in modern laboratories that underpin our teaching, research and industry collaborations. This role offers variety, professional growth and the chance to contribute to meaningful engineering projects that make a difference. If you are motivated, organised and excited by the idea of helping shape the next generation of engineers, we would be delighted to receive your application. The University is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities Further details Job Description