NU Technician Awards

Awarded to a technical colleague who has made a significant impact on research activities across any discipline (e.g. arts, humanities, science, engineering, medicine). Nominations may include: 

• support for REF submissions 

• data generation and analysis 

• method design and validation 

• securing research income 

• contributions to publications 

• installation, commissioning, or facilitation of next-generation equipment, processes, or apparatus 

Congratulations to the following technicians for their Contribution to Research Award nomination:

• Phil Davies
• Robert Blazey
• Bruno Casimiro
• Peter McParlin
• Anya Fletcher
• Janice Law
• Samantha Jepson-Gosling
• Karl Birrane
• Matt Robinson
• John Scratcher
• James Davoll
• Burnie Burns
• Stephen Rowarth
• Shelagh Gunn
• Ewelina Bien
• Joanna Bonnici
• Connor Richardson
• Nicole Phillips
• Gavin Hall

Awarded to a technical colleague who has significantly enhanced the student learning experience, teaching delivery, outreach, or engagement. Nominations may include: 

• demonstrating experimental techniques or equipment 

• preparing and maintaining a safe learning environment 

• contributing to module design 

• supporting school outreach programmes or university open days 

Congratulations to the following technicians for their Contribution to Education Award nomination:

• Carolyn Hunter
• James Robertson
• Adam Moore
• David Earley
• Fiona  Maclachlan
• Irfan Alam
• Andrea Small
• Christine Aldridge
• Irfan Alam
• Bradley Syron
• Paul Scott
• Paul Watson
• Nurul Nadiah Selamat
• Sahish Bhosle
• Laura Stutter-Garcia
• James Wright
• Olga Dziembowska
• Lesley Wealleans

Awarded to a technical colleague or team who manages, maintains, or supports core facilities, delivering outstanding service to enable research or education. Nominations may include: 

• use of technical expertise to support infrastructure or facilities 

• innovative or practical approaches to problem-solving 

• leadership in projects or initiatives 

• sustained technical input or improvements to facility operations 

Congratulations to the following technicians for their Core Facility Contribution Award nomination:

• Ross Laws
• Erin Cocks
• Matt Robinson
• John Scratcher
• Craig Parker
• Steven Farrell
• David McDonald
• Hesta McNeil
• Sarah Durant
• Paul Scott
• Chris Manning
• Chris Annan
• Phil Davies
• Victoria Landless
• Saimir Luli
• Jake Sheriff
• Peter Banks
• Neil Armstrong
• Corinne Wills

Awarded to a technical colleague who has started their technical career (substantive post or apprenticeship) within the past five years and has demonstrated exceptional potential. Nominations may include: 

• early achievements 

• professional growth 

• promise for future contributions 

Congratulations to the following technicians for their Early Career Achievement Award nomination:

• Camille Drai
• Jonathan Fortescue
• Reece Walsh
• Arturo Guzman Perez

Awarded to a technical colleague who delivers outstanding service in technical operations, ensuring the smooth and effective delivery of teaching or research. Examples may include: 

• coordination of goods and materials 

• management of shared infrastructure (e.g. autoclaves or specialist equipment) 

• operational excellence in support services

Congratulations to the following technicians for their Contribution to Technical Operations Award nomination:

• Laura Wilson
• Camille Drai
• James Robertson
• Andrea Small
• Ian Howard-Row
• Sean Mallen
• Olga Dziembowska
• Karl Birrane
• Tom Stafford
• Stephen Rowarth
• Paul Scott
• Shelagh Gunn
• Michael Robinson

Awarded to a technical colleague who exemplifies the values of the organisation and provides exceptional service to colleagues, students, or the public. Nominations may include: 

• voluntary contributions beyond their role (e.g. Health and Safety responsibilities) 

• delivery of impactful outreach activities 

• engagement with internal initiatives that positively influence the workplace 

Congratulations to the following technicians for their Good Citizenship Award nomination:

• Glenn Bruinewoud
• Andrea Small
• Laura Wilson
• Mel Leitch
• Joseph Sallis
• Burnie Burns,
• Stephen Rowarth
• Jade Sweeting
• Erika Servin
• Michael Hedley
• Erika Servin
• Joseph Sallis
• George Merces
• Saimir Luli
• John Smith
• Tim Robson
• Paul Scott
• Tracey Stevenson
• Rhys Muir

Awarded to a technical team that has demonstrated excellence in collaboration and delivery towards a shared goal. Nominations may include: 

• a team’s journey and collective impact 

• evidence of resilience, adaptability, innovation, and expertise 

• improvements implemented and outcomes achieved 

• how collaboration enhanced the team’s performance 

Congratulations to the following teams for their Technical Team Achievement Award nomination:

• Eric Fitton
• Lauren Ackerman
• Christine Aldridge - As team lead for the School of Biomedical, Nutritional & Sport Sciences team
• Fiona Maclachan and David Earley
• Andrea Small
• Irfan Alam
• Sport and Exercise Science Technical Team:
  • Ross Valentine
  • Jordan Warner
  • Will Pearmain
  • Steve Griffiths
  • Alex McBeth
• The Music technical team
  • Rob Blazey
  • Glenn Bruinewoud
  • Anna Heslop
  • Fred Hollingsworth
• The School of Arts & Cultures Technical Team
  • Matt Robinson
  • Karl Birrane
  • John Scratcher
  • Laura Stutter Garcia
  • James Wright
  • Anna Heslop
  • Glenn Bruinewoud
  • Fred Hollingsworth
  • Rob Blazey
  • Burnie Burns
  • Stephen Rowarth
  • Joseph Sallis
  • Michael Hedley
  • Erika Servin Gonzalez
  • Jade Sweeting 
• The BMS Teaching Technician Team
  • Adam Moore
  • Susanne Pohl
  • Philip Hardy
  • Inas Harding
  • Stuart Gallon
• Fine Art technical team
  • Joseph Sallis
  • Burnie Burns
  • Stephen Rowarth
  • Jade Sweeting
  • Erika Servin
  • Michael Hedley
• “Syntenyi AI” project team
  • Rafiqul Hussain
  • Carly Knill
  • Gillian Hulme
• Technical Team Improvements and Changes to FS1 Practical’s
  • Bradley Syron
  • Ben Gregory
  • Steve Farrell
• Chemical Engineering Technical Team
  • Neville Dickman
  • Victoria Landless
  • Helen Archer
  • Kevin Brown
  • Paul Sterling
  • Donna Swan
  • Jack Bonnin
  • Stephen Moore
  • Paul Scott
  • Chris Brown
  • Shelagh Gunn
• Electronics Technician Team
  • Graham Ewart
  • Paul Killan
  • Jeff Warren
  • Matthew Ford
  • Paul Watson
• Stephenson building
  • Chris Brown
  • Paul Scott
  • Stephen Moore
  • Shelagh Gunn
  • Robyn Hare
  • Bradley Syron
  • Steve Farrell
  • Ben Gregory
  • Stuart Baker
  • Michael Wilkes
  • Matthew Hetherington
  • Steve Gibson
  • Sam Mawson 
• Education technical community
  • Garry Mackenzie
  • Callum Hounsell
  • Rebecca Wilson
  • Brittany Willis
  • Anthony Townshend
  • Philip Hardy
  • Halal Ahmed
  • Andrea Small
  • Trevor White
  • Lesley Wealleans
  • Irfan Alam
  • Kelly Peters
  • Christine Aldridge
  • Adam Moore
  • Susanne Pohl
  • Stuart Gallon
  • Ross Valentine
  • Steve Griffiths
  • Will Pearmain
  • Chloe Richardson
  • Jordan Warner
• Biology and Marine Science Teaching Technical Team
  • Kirsten Wyness
  • Sarah Marshall
  • Jessica Darling
  •  Zeshaan Ahmad
• Devonshire Labs Technical Team
  • Tracey Stevenson
  • Darroch Hall
  • Ewelina Bien
  • Karl Henton
  • Samuel Logan
  • Phil Howard
• Geography Technical Team
  • Bunmi Eniola
  • Ana Contessa
  • Rupert Bainbridge
  • Eric Fitton

This prestigious award is presented by the judging panel to a technician who stands out across all categories for their exceptional contributions. 
 
Note: This award may not be presented every year and is selected from the pool of nominations received.