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Job overview
To carry out planned maintenance, acceptance testing of new equipment, service and repair on a wide range of manual handling equipment both in workshop and on-site environments.
To offer advice, instructions and information to clinical and non-clinical staff on the use, maintenance, repair, evaluation, and procurement of new and existing manual handling equipment.
To work in partnership with the Department Leads to ensure all pre-hospital manual handling devices are repaired and maintained under strict Trust Policies and Procedures.
Repair/maintain/install mechanical pre-hospital medical devices, including Carry Chairs, Wheelchairs, Scoop Stretchers, and Cot Stretchers and their fittings.
Maintain equipment inventory and service/maintenance records.
Main duties of the job
1. Organise, coordinate and undertake maintenance to specified schedule
2. Advanced fault finding on manual handling devices. Apply suitable fault-finding techniques to diagnose problems including those beyond the scope of manufacturers’ supplied information
3. Provide, receive, and analyse complex information in relation to manual handling devices
4. Attend Trust sites/vehicles on a regular basis as well as workshop activity to perform device maintenance and repair. This may involve the movement of heavy items of medical equipment
5. Liaise with equipment suppliers on issues relating to equipment maintenance/safety, relaying complex technical information
6. Liaise with equipment users and staff on issues relating to the maintenance and operational safety of equipment, translating technical language into everyday language, and understanding clinical terminology relating to equipment usage
7. Deliver equipment technical training to users and/or Make Ready Staff
8. Commission, calibrate, update, maintain, repair, and decommission medical devices/test equipment without direct supervision
9. Accurately record all work carried out, materials used, and any other details required by Management, in support of the Trust’s Equipment Management System
10. Assist in the implementation the Trust’s Equipment Replacement Plan
11. Ensure a sufficient stock of spares and accessories within your remit are adhered to
12. Be aware of the cost implications associated with the servicing and repair of manual handling devices
Working for our organisation
You'll have the opportunity to work in one of the most diverse regions in the country, with the vibrant capital city just a stone's throw away and the invigorating North Sea coast to the east.
At EEAST we bring together all our skills to provide 24 hour, 365 days a year urgent care to those in need of emergency and non-emergency medical treatment and transport in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire.
We are always looking to innovate our approaches and work together to offer the best possible patient care across our counties.
We aim to represent and value the diversity of our local communities through our workforce and service provision. We therefore positively encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as Black, Asian, or other ethnic groups, individuals with a Disability, or LGBTQ+ individuals who meet the specific criteria.
We at EEAST want to support our employees achieve a balance between work and other priorities, such as caring responsibilities, family commitments, further learning, and other interests. We therefore welcome flexible working requests.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the role, including all its specific requirements and responsibilities, please consult the attached Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides an in-depth overview that will give you a clear and detailed picture of what the position entails.
Please note, should you be successful in your application, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, prior to receiving an unconditional offer, if full employment checks cannot be achieved (this will include existing and unserved disciplinary sanctions), then your offer may be withdrawn.
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (attached)
Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement - Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification.
Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
13. 5 GCSEs minimum Level C or NVQ Level 2 or equivalent level of knowledge acquired through courses and experience.
14. Full British Driving Licence Category B for at least two years (up to 6 penalty points would be considered dependent upon offence code).
Experience
Essential criteria
15. Significant experience of mechanical pre-hospital medical device maintenance.
16. Managed multiple tasks and prioritised workload to match objectives.
17. Experience of practical problem solving and solving complex medical device problems.
18. Experience of working as part of a team to meet shared goals.
19. Able to liaise effectively with staff and managers at all levels of the Organisation.
20. Technical training courses for medical devices.
21. Able to analyse and resolve problems speedily and effectively.
22. Excellent analytical skills.
23. Sound organisational skills.
24. Computer literate.
25. Analysis and interpretation of engineering test results.
Personal Qualties,Abilities and Attributes
Essential criteria
26. Self-motivated, able to work on own initiative.
27. Flexible approach to working arrangements.
28. Ability to develop effective working relationships and demonstrate professional credibility with colleagues at all levels.
29. Able to manage time effectively and prioritise own tasks
30. Ability to work under pressure at times and effective at working to deadlines.
31. Ability to work as part of a team and demonstrate respect and honesty.
EEAST Values and Behaviours
Essential criteria
32. Evidence that personal behaviour reflects Trust Values.
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Candidates who require a Skilled Worker visa to work in the United Kingdom can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for this position by assessing their circumstances against the criteria specified on the Check if you need a UK visa - website. We encourage all applicants to review these criteria carefully to understand their eligibility for sponsorship.
References and Employment History: All references from current and previous employers, will be sought via their Human Resources Department and must cover a minimum of 3 years employment. Therefore, when completing the reference section of your application form, please give the address, telephone number and email address of the Human Resources Department and indicate your current/previous line manager and their departmental details.
All appointments will be subject to currently having a clean disciplinary record.
Please be advised that a No Smoking Policy is in operation throughout the Trust.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme - Under the Trust's commitment 'Positive about Disabled People', if you consider yourself as having a disability and you meet the minimum selection criteria for any post, you will get an automatic interview. By minimum selection criteria we mean that you must provide us with evidence in your application form which demonstrates the essential requirements as set out in the person specification and advertisement for a post.
We aim to represent and value the diversity of our local communities through our workforce and service provision. We therefore positively encourage applications, regardless of age, race, religion & belief, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, marriage & civil partnership, pregnancy & maternity or disability.