Electrical Safety and Facilities Support Assistant (FBSFO1113)

Are you looking for a career in Science Support? Would you like to work in a team that ensures our researchers and technicians have access to the best equipment, facilities and resources? 

You will carry out portable appliance electrical safety testing (PAT) and give assistance as necessary to the facilities and technical services team.

You will be experienced in Portable Appliance Electrical Safety testing and have a relevant qualification or equivalent training. You should also have 5 GCSEs A* - C (or equivalent) including English, Maths and at least one science subject. Good written and verbal communication skills are key to this role, and the ability to work accurately while following clear instructions is essential. 

You will be based in the faculty technical support team where our in-house experienced technicians will train you on all duties. Manual handling and small step ladder training will be provided as the position will include some lifting and manoeuvring of equipment and use of small step ladders. 

The University of Leeds and the Faculty of Biological Sciences are committed to providing equal opportunities for all and offer a range of family friendly policies. The University is a charter member of Athena SWAN (the national body that promotes gender equality in higher education), and the Faculty of Biological Sciences was re-awarded a Bronze award in 2017.  We are proud to be an inclusive Faculty that values all staff, and are happy to consider job share applications and requests for flexible working arrangements from our employees. Our Athena SWAN webpage provides more information. http://www.fbs.leeds.ac.uk/equality-and-diversity/athena-swan/.

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: 

Dr Slobodan Babic, Faculty Technical Resources Manager & Biological Safety Adviser

Tel: +44 (0)113 343 5610; email: s.babic@leeds.ac.uk

Closing Date: 27 Mar 2019
Category: Operational Support