Job summary
The role of the Decontamination Engineer is to undertake Validations, PPM and reactive maintenance on all types of decontamination equipment, act as a site-specific contracted AP(D) and support the training team by delivering decontamination courses.
The post holder will be part of AVM's multi-disciplined team and should therefore be able to work as part of the team. Along with the ability to work alone.
The post holder will be required to act as the Maintenance Person (sterilizers, washer disinfectors, Endoscope washers & Drying Cabinets), as defined by the Department of Health.
The post holder will be required to carry out maintenance and breakdown tasks on various types of validation equipment.
The post holder will ensure that all work is carried out to the highest possible standard and at all times, work within the guidelines laid out in the AVM procedures manual in order to fulfil the Trust's overall objectives.
To provide accurate and timely information to the customers on the performance of their equipment.
Main duties of the job
PPM & Reactive maintenance, weekly, quarterly, annual validation in accordance with relevant HTM guidance documents on all types of CSSD equipment, and Endoscopy equipment.
The post holder will be required to act as the Competent Person (sterilizers/washer disinfectors/EWD/drying Cabinets), as defined by Department of Health guidelines for NHS Trusts, Private Healthcare Establishments and Commercial Organisations.
The post holder will be part of AVM's multi-disciplined team and should therefore be able to work as part of the team. Along with the ability to work alone.
The post holder will ensure that all work is always carried out to the highest possible standard to work within the guidelines laid out in the AVM procedures manual, and so as to fulfil the Trust's overall objectives.
The post holder must always adhere to Client Health and Safety requirements at every site always worked upon and be polite and courtesy to all levels of staff and patients.
The post holder will be willing to undertake training to allow them to advance into delivering training and act as an AP(D).
To interpret all results to prepare and present detailed reports and documentation in accordance with Department of Health guidelines.
About us
Our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organization irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
As per Home Office guidelines, please be aware that, unfortunately, the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular position.
Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment- or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment.
For NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough based roles, all applicants from NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough who have identified that they are at risk of redundancy will be prioritized over those not at risk. However, interviews cannot be guaranteed.
This vacancy will close at midnight on 25th September 2025.
Interviews are due to be held on 13th October 2025, any changes will be communicated.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
As per Home Office guidelines, please be aware that, unfortunately, the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular position.
Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment- or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment.
For NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough based roles, all applicants from NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough who have identified that they are at risk of redundancy will be prioritized over those not at risk. However, interviews cannot be guaranteed.
This vacancy will close at midnight on 25th September 2025.
Interviews are due to be held on 13th October 2025, any changes will be communicated.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- City & Guilds level 2/3
- Evidence of continuous personal development
Desirable
- ONC/HNC
- City & Guilds Testing Qualifications in Porous Load/Instrument Washers/Endoscopy Washers
- Training
- NEEBOSH/IOSH certification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in the Service/maintenance industry.
- Experience in Stock and Asset management
- Experience of working in a demanding role
- Customer service experience
- Experience of administrative and clerical work
- Experience of producing Reports/documents to a high standard
- Data entry experience
- Prioritising, planning and organising own tasks
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in NHS
- Knowledge of HTM 01-01 & HTM 01-06
- Manufacturers Training
- Aseptic Sampling
- IP Reports
- TQ Soft
- Delivering Training
- Auditing
Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge of PPM software or similar
- Understanding of customer service
- Health & Safety
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
- Understanding of confidentiality and data protection
Desirable
- CSSD Equipment
- Endoscopy Equipment
- Electro/Mechanical Equipment
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills including telephone, email, face to face
- Ability to Plan and organise complex activities or programmes, requiring formulation and adjustment.
- Ability to work under pressure
- Excellent organisational skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to develop templates for letters
- Ability to organise and manage own time keeping to schedule and deadlines
- Ability to use own initiative and work autonomously
- Ability to show attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to store and safeguard confidential documents
Desirable
- Ability to confidently deliver training material.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent.
Desirable
- Receive and pass on information during out of hours
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- City & Guilds level 2/3
- Evidence of continuous personal development
Desirable
- ONC/HNC
- City & Guilds Testing Qualifications in Porous Load/Instrument Washers/Endoscopy Washers
- Training
- NEEBOSH/IOSH certification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in the Service/maintenance industry.
- Experience in Stock and Asset management
- Experience of working in a demanding role
- Customer service experience
- Experience of administrative and clerical work
- Experience of producing Reports/documents to a high standard
- Data entry experience
- Prioritising, planning and organising own tasks
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in NHS
- Knowledge of HTM 01-01 & HTM 01-06
- Manufacturers Training
- Aseptic Sampling
- IP Reports
- TQ Soft
- Delivering Training
- Auditing
Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge of PPM software or similar
- Understanding of customer service
- Health & Safety
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
- Understanding of confidentiality and data protection
Desirable
- CSSD Equipment
- Endoscopy Equipment
- Electro/Mechanical Equipment
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills including telephone, email, face to face
- Ability to Plan and organise complex activities or programmes, requiring formulation and adjustment.
- Ability to work under pressure
- Excellent organisational skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to develop templates for letters
- Ability to organise and manage own time keeping to schedule and deadlines
- Ability to use own initiative and work autonomously
- Ability to show attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to store and safeguard confidential documents
Desirable
- Ability to confidently deliver training material.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent.
Desirable
- Receive and pass on information during out of hours
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.
Applications from job seekers who require 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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require 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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).