Technical Services Officer: Textiles: Print & Dye

Job Summary

Robert Gordon University is an innovative, impactful and inclusive University with an established track record of success in teaching and research, student satisfaction and graduate employability, set amidst one of the most prosperous and beautiful areas of the country.

We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic person to join our dynamic team at Gray's School of Art. You will offer well developed technical skills in Textiles print and dye and will primarily be responsible for the efficient operation of the two printed textiles workshops, equipment and associated processes and techniques.

You will provide support services to the School for the creation of art & design work. Liaising with teaching staff will allow you to support the delivery of projects through demonstration of textiles printing processes and skills that align with the delivery of studio projects.

We are seeking a committed team worker, with some supervision experience, who understands the specific requirements and culture of technical services within contemporary art and design education.

In keeping with RGU's commitment to work/life balance you will have the opportunity to work from home for a portion of the working week and also benefit from a generous pension scheme, 46 days annual leave (including statutory days) an onsite nursery and sports centre, as well as a range of voluntary health and travel benefits.

This post is subject to a Disclosure Scotland check. For more information visit: https://www.mygov.scot/basic-disclosure/

Employment is conditional on candidates, if deemed necessary, passing a pre-employment medical and undertaking ongoing health surveillance throughout the course of their employment. This is required in order to support our duty of care under health and safety statute and to ensure that the candidates are able to carry out the functions required by the role.

Job Description

RESPONSIBLE TO: Technical Services Co-ordinator

RESPONSIBLE FOR: No supervisory responsibility

PURPOSE OF POST: The Technical Services Officer – Textiles: Print & Dye will provide technical expertise to staff and students across a range of courses and ensure associated workshops are managed efficiently and safely.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

• Provide a day-to-day technical textiles support service to students and staff within the school.
• Prepare workshops, associated equipment and materials for classes to ensure that they are both tidy and clean prior to, and after use.
• Supervision and instruction of staff and students in the use of equipment and materials.
• Demonstrate correct use of equipment, processes and techniques within the associated workshops.
• Provide technical advice on materials, processes and techniques.
• Instruct in good and safe working practices and procedures to comply with health and safety regulations.
• Conduct first line maintenance of workshop equipment and ensure facilities are clean and tidy prior to and after use.
• Undertake maintenance and repair of specialized textiles screens.
• Procure consumables for operation of equipment/facilities and materials for student use.
• Prepare and distribute materials, monitor and replenish stock as necessary.
• Maintain effective supervisory control over students in the workshop. Support and promote learning for groups and individuals with diverse needs and abilities.
• Ensure technical documentation is maintained, including COSHH records and assessments.
• Undertake special projects and fulfil other duties as may reasonably be required by the school.
• Assist with construction of degree shows and other school exhibitions as needed, this includes manual handling.

Person Specification

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications and Professional Memberships

HND or above in a related discipline.

Knowledge

Advanced knowledge of textiles printing and dying processes including both analogue equipment for fabric and digital packages, including but not limited to AVA, Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Cloud.

Experience

Preparation and use of materials; and printing

Operation and maintenance of workshops and equipment contained within.

Effective supervision of groups 

 

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications and Professional Memberships

Degree in a related discipline.

Knowledge

Textiles in an art school environment with multiple contexts.

Experience

Experience working in a higher education or textiles print based environment.

Technical support in a fine art and design focused environment

Experience in repairing and maintaining printing screens.

Technical support/demonstration for further or higher education.

Behaviours

Behaviour 1: Service Delivery - Experience of exploring and adapting a service to meet customers’ expectations and also identifying ways of improving standards

Behaviour 2: Communication - Ability to receive, understand and convey information requiring careful explanation and information of a complex or conceptual nature, in a clear and accurate manner

Behaviour 3: Decision Making - Experience of using own judgement to make decisions, making collaborative decisions with others to reach conclusions and providing advice or information that will influence the decisions of others

Behaviour 4: Initiative and Problem Solving - Experience of using initiative and creativity to resolve problems, identifying practical and suitable solutions