The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Medical Engineering Apprentice

The closing date is 22 May 2025

Job summary

This position is for an apprentice to develop a broad range of skills within a Medical Engineering environment. The position will take a progressive and developing route for servicing and repair of equipment within a medical engineering.

The Apprentice will gain an HNC/HTQ Qualification in Electrical & Electronic Engineering at a local college.

Any age post full-time education 16+

Cannot already be on an Apprenticeship or any Government funded training,

Cannot have a qualification at the same or higher level in the same vocational area. (There needs to be significant new learning in line with the Apprenticeship Standard)

Has been a UK resident for 3 or more years.

Meets the eligible and valid residency status and permission to work in the UK criteria in Annex A of the linked funding document:

Apprenticeship funding rules 2024 to 2025 (publishing.service.gov.uk)

National Apprenticeship Wage: 2025 -26 (w.e.f. 1st April)

Year 1:

An apprentice of any age in Year 1 of an apprenticeship. £7.55/hour (£14,722.50 p.a. approx. Based on 37.5hrs/wk.)

Year 2 onwards:

Under 18 = £7.55/hour (£14,722.50 p.a. approx. Based on 37.5hrs/wk.) = Nat. Min. Wage

18 - 20 yrs. = £10.00/hr (£19,500 p.a. approx. - based on 37.5hrs/wk.) = Nat. Min. Wage

21 + yrs. = £12.21/hr (£23,809.50 p.a. approx. - based on 37.5hrs/wk.) = Nat. Min. & Nat. Living Wage.

Main duties of the job

The apprentice will be required to carry out the following tasks under the direct supervision of a Medical Engineering Technicians and Team leaders and in accordance with the MES Quality management System.
To carry out Medical Equipment commissioning, calibration, safety checks, repair- maintenance, adaptation to manufacturer's specifications and ultimately safe disposal.
To certify that all necessary calibration tasks are performed regularly on equipment so that it can be used safely, correctly and ensuring patient safety and accuracy in use.
Requisitioning of stock and materials for stores, receipt of goods, etc, including sourcing, cost coding and pricing.
To ensure the operational safety, functional use of equipment and compliance with the appropriate safety standards and regulations.Attend such training and updating courses as appropriate and to keep abreast of new technology for continual professional development (CPD).
To undertake administrative duties associated with the technical work, such as updating of appropriate records which are all legally binding documents.
To liaise with manufacturers and external agencies for equipment that may not be serviced in-house.
To complete Service Records of all the items in use and be responsible for the data entry

See Job Description for further duties.

About us

Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.

We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!

Medical Engineering scope is approximately 32000 medical devices of which almost 21000 belong to SaTH. MES also service external contracts with Shropshire Community, as well as some private customers. The department is split between two main sites (RSH & PRH) with a maintenance team based at each site. The department is also responsible for the service and maintenance support for the Renal Service in Shropshire, which includes three Renal Units plus a cohort of home dialysis patients.

Date posted

08 May 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12,514 a year £7.55/hour (£14,722.50 p.a. approx. Based on 37.5hrs/wk.)

Contract

Apprenticeship

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

223-MEA-292

Job locations

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

5 GCSEs grade A* - C (9 - 4) or equivalent in English, Maths and a Science subject OR BTEC Level 3 qualification in Engineering or equivalent
2 Additional AS/ A levels grade A-E in Maths or relevant subject

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Good written and verbal communication skills
Competent in the use of Microsoft Office
Able to work on own initiative as well as part of a team
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to liaise with others at all levels

Desirable

Evidence of practical knowledge and competences demonstrated through hobbies and interests or actual work place experience, (could be through Work Experience while in School / College)
Some basic knowledge of mechatronic engineering principles and practical applications

Physical Skills

Essential

Manual dexterity with a range of workshop tools to ensure defects can be repaired
Ability to undertake occassional lifting of heavy equipment using appropriate health and safety control measures to assist MES maintenance team members, also the ability to package equipment and unpacking new equipment

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

5 GCSEs grade A* - C (9 - 4) or equivalent in English, Maths and a Science subject OR BTEC Level 3 qualification in Engineering or equivalent
2 Additional AS/ A levels grade A-E in Maths or relevant subject

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Good written and verbal communication skills
Competent in the use of Microsoft Office
Able to work on own initiative as well as part of a team
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to liaise with others at all levels

Desirable

Evidence of practical knowledge and competences demonstrated through hobbies and interests or actual work place experience, (could be through Work Experience while in School / College)
Some basic knowledge of mechatronic engineering principles and practical applications

Physical Skills

Essential

Manual dexterity with a range of workshop tools to ensure defects can be repaired
Ability to undertake occassional lifting of heavy equipment using appropriate health and safety control measures to assist MES maintenance team members, also the ability to package equipment and unpacking new equipment

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.

Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)