Overview Purpose
To oversee the integration of the two new Sediment coring systems onto the RRS Sir David Attenborough (SDA) and to maintain scientific or operational mechanical based systems and to support scientific cruises on board research ships.
Duties
- To oversee the integration of the new Piston Corer and the Giant Piston Corer onto the SDA.
- Provide mechanical engineering support and deliver engineering projects to scientific and operational teams based in the UK, on board research vessels, and in polar regions.
- Maintain, fault-find, and support scientific and operational mechanical systems, including equipment deployed on ships and at remote polar locations.
- Work collaboratively with engineering and science teams to plan and deliver projects and tasks safely, efficiently, and to agreed standards.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering processes, systems, and working practices within Engineering and Technology.
- Undertake other duties appropriate to the role and level of responsibility, as required.
Skills, Qualifications, and Experience
Essential
Broad, practical, mechanical experience.
Relevant HNC or higher.
Experience use of design software.
Proficient in written and spoken English.
Demonstrable teamwork.
Ability to work on ship or remote polar environment.
Desirable
Polar or marine systems.
Scientific or data acquisition instruments.
Maintenance of mechanical systems. Control systems.
Maintenance of hydraulic systems.
Coring experience.
Relevant Degree or lower qualification supported by extensive experience.
Project management for small projects.
Able to communicate to a wide range of audiences.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Small or remote team experience.
About Us
UKRI - UK Research and Innovation
UKRI is an organisation that brings together the seven disciplinary research councils, Research England and Innovate UK. Together, we build an independent organisation with a strong voice and vision ensuring the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation.
Supporting some of the world’s most exciting and challenging research projects, we develop and operate some of the most remarkable scientific facilities in the world. We are pushing the frontiers of human knowledge through fundamental research and delivering benefits for UK society and the economy through world-class research, skills and business-led innovation.
How we support EDI in the workforce
At UKRI, we believe that everyone has a right to be treated with dignity and respect, and to be provided with equal opportunities to thrive and succeed in an environment that enables them to do so.
We also value diversity of thought and experience within inclusive groups, organisations and the wider community.
Disability Confident Employer
As users of the disability confident scheme, any candidate who opts into the scheme and best meets the essential criteria, will be shortlisted for interview.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
About the Team
British Antarctic Survey (BAS) delivers and enables world-leading interdisciplinary research in the Polar Regions.
Our skilled science and support staff based in Cambridge, Antarctica and the Arctic, work together to deliver research that uses the Polar Regions to advance our understanding of Earth as a sustainable planet.
Through our extensive logistic capability and know how BAS facilitates access for the British and international science community to the UK polar research operation.
Numerous national and international collaborations, combined with an excellent infrastructure help sustain a world leading position for the UK in Antarctic affairs.