Technical Demonstrator (Production Design)

Technical Demonstrator (Production Design) Full time - Permanent - High Wycombe Salary - £30,502 - £34,308 (2 days per week pro-rata)

Buckinghamshire New University is an ambitious, modern university that is always open to fresh ideas and thinking. We believe in the transformative power of education, and in doing the right thing by our students, people and local community. That's why our BNU community is a special place to work and study, and where people who want to make a difference can contribute and succeed.

Our University's DRIVE values are at the heart of all that we do. We are united in being dynamic, responsible, inclusive, visionary and empowering to ensure that we provide the best experience to our learners and offer excellent service to our partners and to each other as colleagues.

BNU continues to experience rapid growth in student numbers, making us one of the fastest-growing higher education providers. This is an exciting time to join the University as we invest significantly in estate developments and welcome Jay Blades MBE as our inaugural Chancellor.

We have an exciting opportunity for a set construction specialist to join our Technical and Simulation Resources team. The purpose of the role is to provide the highest levels of service to staff and students as they turn ideas into three-dimensional environments, models or props for stage and screen, using safe working procedures at all times. Additionally you will support the wider technical team as required.

You must have excellent practical construction knowledge and be able to supervise student activity and provide practical assistance including demonstrating techniques utilising a variety of materials. You will also be responsible for maintaining a stock of consumables and supplies, ensuring that the workshops are tidy and that equipment is maintained in good working order. A good understanding of the design process from CAD drawings through to full- scale scenic construction is essential. Experience of prop making would be desirable when applying for this post.

What we offer:

a generous holiday entitlement (30 days per annum, plus bank holidays & closure days)

training & development support opportunities

contributory pension scheme

discounted gym membership for our on-site gym

a range of staff discounts with major retailers.

Please click here to see our wide range of benefits available for employees.

If you have the qualities and attributes representative of the University's values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.

For further information about this role please contact Enrico Garofalo at [email protected]

All applications are to be made in full and online.

Buckinghamshire New University is proud to have a diverse community and a strong track record of inclusion. Our aim is to continue to build an environment where everyone thrives and can be themselves. We therefore ensure that our interview/shortlisting Chairs complete the relevant e-learning and/or inclusive recruitment training.

Closing Date: 17 February 2023

Interview Date: W/C 27 February 2023

If you are successful in securing an interview for the role, you will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

At Buckinghamshire New University equality of opportunity and diversity is at the heart of all we do and fully integrated into our values. Our aim is to create an inclusive environment where everyone thrives and feels a sense of belonging. We are committed to diversity and welcome applications from different backgrounds and experiences.

Buckinghamshire New University is a Disability Confident employer and as such you will be given the opportunity to declare a disability as part of the application process.

The University is also committed to achieving the Race Equality Charter.

Location

High Wycombe

Contract Type

Permanent

Salary Range

£30,502 - £34,308

Hours per week

14.8

Closing Date

17/02/2023

Ref No

1025

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Production Design (Screen and Stage) Technical Demonstrator

Faculty/Directorate: DTS

Grade: F

Location: High Wycombe

Hours: 14.8 per week (0.4 FTE)

Responsible to: Technical Manager; Art, Design, Media Production and Performance

Responsible for: N/A

Job Purpose: The purpose of the role is to provide the highest levels of service to staff and students as they turn ideas into three-dimensional environments and props for screen and stage, using safe working procedures at all times

Main Duties & Responsibilities of the role:

Prepare equipment and materials for use by students and lecturers.

To demonstrate equipment and techniques relevant to the design realisation and modelling process.

To ensure that equipment is correctly stored and maintained, ensuring adequate supplies of consumables.

To ensure efficient booking out and return of kit for Production Design sessions.

To ensure students and staff are confident and proficient in the safe use of equipment.

To provide digital support to students where knowledge of 3D design and other software packages relevant to Production Design is essential

To assist with the presentation of project work.

Preparation of materials for assessment.

To maintain inventories of equipment, identifying faults and reporting to senior colleagues as appropriate.

To provide operational support to senior colleagues as and when required.

To help to ensure all areas provide a clean, safe and secure working environment and satisfy relevant Health and Safety regulations, reporting any concerns to senior managers.

To collaborate with colleagues across the wider Directorate to provide a customer-focussed service, playing a proactive role in improving the Student Experience.

To contribute to the student experience – demonstrating an awareness of the need for ‘customer focus' in respect of resolving issues.

To be responsible for the booking and scheduling of sessions, liaising with academic staff and timetabling.

Comply with relevant legislative and other requirements (e.g., the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR; Health and Safety; UKVI; and Equality and Diversity) in all working practices

Such other duties temporarily or on a continuing basis, as may reasonably be required

PERSON SPECIFICATION

E – Essential D = Desirable A = Application T = Test I = Interview

Education, Qualifications & Training

E / D

Means of Testing

Educated to A Level standard or equivalent

E

A

Relevant technical qualification eg, HND, BA

D

A

Knowledge & Experience

E / D

Detailed knowledge of techniques or processes (eg CAD) relevant to post.

E

A/I

Proven experience of managing multiple resource demands within an HE context

D

A/I

Proven experience of working within teams

E

A/I

Understanding of budget management processes

D

A/I

Good working knowledge of relevant Health and Safety policies

E

A/I

Evidence of demonstrating complex specialist tasks and procedures

E

A/I

Experience of working in a Prototyping and Production workshop environment or, similar

D

A/I

Skills

E / D

Excellent communication skills

E

I

Empathy and Understanding

E

I

Good negotiation skills

E

I

Excellent IT skills in all major office-based applications and good working knowledge of specialist design software

E

A/I

Ability to work under pressure and against tight deadlines

E

I

Ability to make informed decisions

E

I

Special Requirements

E / D

To be prepared to work evenings and weekends when required.

E

A/I

To be willing and able to travel between sites as and when required

E

A/I

BBF (Top 3 key behavioural categories most applicable to the role)

MANAGING SELF AND PERSONAL SKILLS

DELIVERING EXCELLENT SERVICE

ACHIEVING RESULTS

Location

High Wycombe

Contract Type

Permanent

Salary Range

£30,502 - £34,308

Hours per week

14.8

Closing Date

17/02/2023

Ref No

1025