Infrastructure Technician

Alloyed is seeking a dedicated Infrastructure Technician to support, improve and maintain the organisation's infrastructure systems.

This Infrastructure Technician plays a key role in enabling the rapid growth of the company, combining hands-on technical work with designing of infrastructure improvements and performing maintenance activities. Working as part of the Infrastructure and Facilities team, you will cooperate with contractors as well as the Operations, Engineering and Health & Safety teams to ensure works are conducted safely, efficiently, and with minimal disruption to business operations.

This is a practical, physical role suited to someone who takes pride in their work, has a can-do attitude, and enjoys variety in their day. Full training will be provided, and prior infrastructure experience is not essential. Travel between our sites in the Oxford area will be required.

Responsibilities

Site Infrastructure

• Design and build infrastructure improvement projects
• Support with site layout changes and moves
• Support infrastructure-related projects (fit-outs, upgrades, expansions)
• Liaise with contractors for specialised works, ensuring compliance and quality
• Support the Facilities Officers in facilities maintenance tasks (within competency), including electrical or mechanical systems

Infrastructure Equipment

• Lead infrastructure equipment installation (e.g. chillers or compressors)
• Carry out routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and minor repairs on infrastructure equipment
• Monitor infrastructure performance and respond to faults or outages

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all infrastructure work complies with H&S regulations
• Follow safe systems of work and escalate risks, where identified
• Support site compliance activities (e.g., inspections, audits, statutory checks)
• Work in accordance with company policies and regulatory standards

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve infrastructure reliability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness
• Lead the implementation of infrastructure upgrades, new technologies, and improvements
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and suppliers to optimise service delivery

Fault Diagnosis & Incident Response

• Investigate infrastructure failures and implement effective solutions
• Act as a point of contact for infrastructure-related issues raised by users or stakeholders
• Escalate complex technical problems where required
• Support incident management processes to minimise downtime, The supporting statement should explain why you're interested in the role, and how you meet the selection criteria above using examples of your skills and previous experience. CVs submitted without a written statement may not be considered. All documents should be uploaded as PDF files with your name and document type in the filename. Please provide details of two referees and indicate if we can contact them now.

Do you have a valid Driving License license?, Do you have experience in Manual handling?, * A positive, hardworking attitude with a willingness to get stuck in and take on varied tasks.

• Good attention to detail and a pride in maintaining a clean and tidy environment.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own time effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Physically fit and comfortable undertaking manual tasks throughout the working day.

Desirable

• Experience with basic electrical, mechanical, plumbing, or building maintenance
• Experience designing and building rigs and jigs
• Ability to safely carry out installation or repair work
• Familiarity with working in an industrial, research or construction environment
• Full UK driving licence and personal vehicle
• Willingness to work flexible hours if needed

Pulled from the full job description

• Employee stock purchase plan
• Employee discount
• Bereavement leave
• Free parking
• Private dental insurance
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food, * Bereavement leave
• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Alloyed is a young venture-funded company of around 180 world-class metallurgists, mechanical engineers, technicians, and software developers working across three offices in the UK and one in the US, building the future of advanced metal components. We use proprietary software packages which combine advanced machine learning and physical modelling, as well as extensive experimental facilities, to 3D print metal components better and faster than anyone else. At our premises in Yarnton and Abingdon, near Oxford, we are aiming to build the world's fastest, smartest, and best-equipped facility for the rapid development of additively manufactured parts for the electronics, aerospace and industrial sectors, and novel metal alloys for better performance.