Technical Team Leader - Leicester, United Kingdom - De Montfort University Leicester

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Description
DMU is an ambitious, globally minded and culturally rich university with a strong commitment to the public good. It strives to maintain a stimulating and inclusive environment that champions difference and celebrates success.

DMU is a signatory member ofthe Technician Commitment, which aims to ensure visibility, recognition, career development and sustainability for technicians working in higher education and research, across all disciplines.


Faculty / Directorate


Home to four specialist schools - Allied Health Sciences, Applied Social Sciences, Nursing and Midwifery, and Leicester School of Pharmacy - the Faculty has a long tradition of providing high quality education and development to professionals who make asignificant difference to lives, health, wellbeing, communities and society.

The dedicated facilities are designed to replicate current practice and feature industry-standard equipment, enabling staff and students to undertake life changing projects to improvehealth and social care.


Role


The postholder will manage manage people, facilities and health and safety within the Chemistry, Analytical Services and Pharmaceutics team, completing appraisals, attendance management and recruitment.

The Team Leader will act as the Safety Manager forall laboratories and specialist teaching spaces within this remit ensuring compliance with Health & Safety legislation.

The Team Leader will additionally manage budgets and oversee maintenance contracts within their areas.


We are seeking a highly proactive and motivated individual with a strong commitment to enhancing the student experience and continuous improvement.

With experience of line management or supervision of staff, the post holder will possess strong interpersonaland communication skills and planning skills.

Knowledge or experience of managing laboratories within Higher Education or similar student focused environment is desirable. Staff development opportunities will be considered on the completion of a successfulprobationary period.

The post holder may also be required to manage other laboratories and specialist teaching spaces within the faculty when required.


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