University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Apprentice Clinical Engineer - MEMO Clinical Engineering
The closing date is 18 June 2025
Have you thought about an engineering career in the NHS?
MEMO Clinical Engineering (Medical Equipment Management Organisation) are based at the Bristol Royal Infirmary, and we are part of the UHBW NHS Trust. MEMO are responsible for maintaining and managing a wide range of medical equipment throughout the various hospitals within UHBW, and we have two apprenticeship positions available within the department, as follows:
* Mechanical Engineering - within the Mechanical Services Team, who specialise in maintaining, installing and managing the Medical Gas Pipeline Systems.
* Radiation Engineering - within the Radiology and Radiotherapy Teams, who specialise in maintenance, testing, calibration, and quality control procedures on a range of complex medical devices including Xray, CT, MRI, and Linacs.
Whether you have already started on this career path or enjoy a practical problem-solving hobby and want to develop further into a career, this could be a perfect opportunity for you.
You must be able to demonstrate a high level of manual dexterity in using a range of engineering tools and test equipment. The successful candidate will demonstrate a flexible and adaptable approach to working in both a clinical and workshop environments. Experience and/or interest in fault-finding techniques of mechanical/electrical equipment is desirable.
The apprenticeship is fixed term for 4 years, and upon apprenticeship completion you will move to a band 4 position.
Main duties of the job
Band 3 Apprentice Mechanical Engineer to undertake a 4 year training program:
You will receive full training throughout the 4-year apprenticeship, provided from both in-house and external training providers, as well as academic training and level 3 qualifications from Weston College.
In return for your working and learning in our trust you will benefit from:
o A minimum of 27 working days of annual leave per annum + bank holidays
o A leading pension scheme
o Discounts in a multitude of national and local outlets
o Working in the heart of the vibrant city of Bristol
During the training programme you will be supported to develop a range of practical and problem solving skills that will enable you to undertake maintenance and repair work on a wide variety of equipment that is found within a hospital. This will include routine servicing and breakdown maintenance, within a hospital environment.
If you envisage yourself starting a life career in an outstanding NHS Trust, apply today or contact us for more information.
This job advert will close as soon as a sufficient number of applications have been received.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description documents attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
* Five GCSE's at grade 4 or above in science based subjects, to include Maths and English
* Equivalent education in engineering subjects to the necessary qualifications above
Knowledge and Experience
* Interest in mechanical and electrical technology
* Interest in Computer systems, Microsoft applications
* Knowledge of relevant legislations and national standard e.g. HTM 02:01, ISO 13485, Health & Safety, RIDDOR, COSHH, Infection Control
* Experience of working in a service environment
Skills and Abilities
* Use of fine tools for equipment fabrication / assembly /adjustment
* Ability to work as part of a team
* Ability to manage time effectively
* Ability to communicate effectively
* Ability to understand of patient and staff risks arising from equipment failure
* Ability to manoeuvre medium/heavy weight in varying locations
* Ability to use Microsoft Office/Works
* Ability to work under pressure and meet reasonable deadlines
* Full UK Manual Driving Licence
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
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