Survey Technician

Squeakywheelpromotions; England; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading scientific facility in Oxfordshire is seeking a Survey Technician to perform precision measurements for accelerators and beamlines. Responsibilities include utilizing advanced measurement instruments to ensure alignment accuracy. The ideal candidate will have a technical qualification (HNC/HND) and practical experience in component inspection. This role offers competitive salary, excellent benefits including 26 days of annual leave, flexible working hours, and additional amenities.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

Defined benefit pension scheme

Flexible working hours

On-site amenities

Qualifications

• HNC/HND level technical qualification or equivalent or a Mechanical engineering apprenticeship with practical experience.
• Working knowledge of engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with Work Planning and Safe Systems of work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out metrology and inspection tasks on engineering components.
• Set out geometric reference datum points for installation.
• Carry out dimensional surveys of the diamond survey network.

Skills

Precision component inspection

Use of measurement instruments

Computer competency (Word, Excel)

Education

HNC/HND level technical qualification

Tools

CMMs

Laser Trackers

Laser Scanners

Total Stations

3D CAD software

Job description

Salary

£32,363 to £34,429 (Discretionary range to £39,592) per annum.

Location & Working Hours

Harwell Science and Innovation Campus, Oxfordshire, based onsite / some home working available

Full time / Flexible hours considered.

Reference: 11755

About Us

Diamond Light Source is one of the world's most advanced scientific facilities. We are home to the UK’s synchrotron light source, a giant microscope producing beams of light 10 billion times brighter than the sun. Probing the structure and composition of matter, our work drives innovation in everything from vaccines to nanotech.

About the Role

We now have an opportunity for a Survey Technician to carry out initial and ongoing survey and alignment tasks plus component measurement for the Diamond accelerators and beamlines. The role will involve the use of CMMs, Laser Trackers, Laser Scanners and Total Stations to achieve sub‑millimeter accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out metrology and inspection tasks on engineering components using a range of measurement instruments.
• Setting out geometric reference datum points for accelerator and beam line installation.
• Carrying out dimensional surveys of the diamond survey network to enable best‑fit adjustments to be computed.
• Carrying out pre‑alignment tasks on accelerator and beam line components using the 3‑dimensional measuring systems.
• Surveying and adjusting the position of accelerator and beam line components during installation to ensure alignment tolerances are achieved.

About You

• HNC/HND level technical qualification or equivalent or a Mechanical engineering apprenticeship, along with practical experience precision component inspection.
• Working knowledge of engineering drawings.
• Competent in the use of computers and Word, Excel.

Experience Desirable

• Familiarity with Work Planning and Safe Systems of work.
• Machining and manufacturing techniques.
• Working within QC/QA systems.
• 3D CAD software.

Benefits

Diamond offers an exceptional benefits package to support staff in achieving a positive work/life balance. This includes 26 days annual leave plus Christmas closure, public holidays, 2 annual volunteering days and flexible working hours. We also offer an excellent defined benefit pension scheme. Staff have access to a range of on‑site amenities including a nursery, cafés, a restaurant and sports and leisure facilities. A relocation allowance may also be available where applicable. As standard this role requires a fully onsite working arrangement.

To Apply

Please use the online application process to apply and tell us why you believe you are suitable for this role. The closing date for applications is 14th December.