Sterile Services Technician
Closing date: 22 February 2026
Responsible for carrying out tasks related to the decontamination process, including the cleaning, disinfection, inspection, packing, and sterilisation of medical instruments and equipment. These items are prepared to ensure they are safe and ready for use in patient treatment across Theatres, Wards and other clinical departments, in compliance with established protocols and infection control standards.
Welsh Skills Desirable: Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. This is an advantage when short‑listing and selecting candidates.
Main duties of the job
* Clean, disinfect, inspect, pack and sterilise medical instruments and equipment.
* Ensure all items are prepared to the highest standards for use in Theatres, Wards and other clinical departments.
* Operate and maintain decontamination equipment in accordance with departmental protocols and manufacturer guidelines.
* Perform quality checks to ensure compliance with infection control and health & safety standards.
* Accurately record and maintain documentation relating to instrument processing and traceability.
* Assist with stock control and the safe storage of sterile items.
* Communicate effectively with colleagues and clinical teams to support service delivery.
Driving duties (as required)
* Transport sterile instruments and equipment between hospital sites or departments.
* Ensure safe handling and secure delivery of items in line with HB policies.
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
CTM 2030 Strategy – Our Health, Our Future – focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
* We listen, learn, and improve
* We treat everyone with respect
* We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth and access to ongoing learning and development.
Qualifications
* Institute of Decontamination Sciences (IDSc) Technical Certificate OR Vocational Level 3 Decontamination OR equivalent level of knowledge, work experience and skills within a decontamination role.
* Some knowledge of surgical instrumentation.
* Previous experience in Sterile Services.
Desirable
* Familiar with ISO13485:2016 and UKMDR 2002 (as amended).
* Welsh Language Speaking/Listening Skills at Level 3 or above.
* Working in a clean room environment.
* Work involving visual inspection and packaging.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers requiring current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Employer details
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Princess of Wales Hospital
Coity Road
Bridgend
CF31 1RQ
Employer's website: https://joinctm.wales/
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