Job summary
The post holder will be required to carry out maintenance, validation and periodic testing of washer-disinfectors and sterilisers and associated equipment/infrastructure, including RO water plant within the Sterile Services Department (SSD), and as necessary, to work at other decontamination facilities within the Trust, such as those that support the Endoscopy and Pathology services. The post holder will be part of the Estates multi-disciplined team and should therefore be able to work as part of the team, but also have the ability to work alone and be an active member of the on-call team, which provides emergency cover outside of normal working hours.
The post holder will be required to act as the Competent Person (Decontamination) as defined in Health Technical Memorandum (HTM) 01-01: Management and decontamination of surgical instruments (medical devices) used in acute care.
The post holder will be required to carry out commissioning, quarterly and annual validations and maintenance on various types of decontamination equipment and carry out planned and reactive maintenance on all the electrical and mechanical plant that is part of the infrastructure of the SSD and Endoscopy units
Main duties of the job
- To carry out the maintenance, validation, and periodic testing on various types of decontamination equipment in accordance with National and European standards.
- Be an active member of the Estates team, and to be willing to support and assist work colleagues when requested, across a broad range of engineering services.
- To work on a wide range of equipment and carry out the weekly, quarterly, annual andcommissioning tests and ensure that all tests are carried out in accordance withEuropean Standards and Health Technical Memorandum guidance, so as to ensure thatthe equipment is safe and reliable in use.
- To interpret all chart recording results, including the preparation and presentation of detailed reports and documentation in accordance with EN and HTM requirements.
- To interpret the results of the weekly, quarterly, annual and commissioning tests and toadvise site management of the outcome, and any follow up action required.
- The post holder has the freedom to act to ensure that the validation service is continuously provided and will use their own judgment to decide upon when to inform their line manager and/or 'Users' of any issues that may impact adversely on the SSD/ Endoscopy service.
- To make informed use of detailed technical information provided by the Manufacturer'sservice manuals.
- To carry out investigations and to repair and give advice on complex fault finding ondecontamination equipment.
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!
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
- Completed recognised apprenticeship in relevant base trade.
- B/TEC (HNC/HND) or equivalent relevant experience.
- Demonstrable ability to interpret & fault find on a device range of complex electrical/mechanical systems and installations.
- Health and Safety Qualifications or modules of technical qualifications (IOSH One Day Working Safely, CSCS Bronze card minimum), or agree to carry out the training.
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Significant in depth experience post apprenticeship.
- A clear understanding of health and safety procedures in theory and practical application.
- Installation and/or engineering maintenance experience in an industrial, domestic or commercial setting
Desirable
- Relevant experience of NHS hospital environment.
- Substantial experience and knowledge of the maintenance, testing, validation and commissioning of decontamination
- PLC knowledge and experience
Skills
Essential
- Ability to interpret & work from drawings & specifications.
- Demonstrable knowledge of other crafts.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with others, mainly verbally & in writing.
- Ability to instruct others on his/her work.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to work without supervision
- Awareness of limits of own knowledge and ability/willingness to seek guidance and support.
- A willingness to work flexibly and in a versatile manner to cover maintenance on a wide variety of plant & equipment.
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Ability to prioritise own work.
- A willingness to demonstrate reliability & flexibility in their contribution to service delivery in the face of changing service demands.
- A focus on customer service
- Willing to undertake training relevant to the post.
- Willing to engage in new and innovative working practices to improve the service.
- A commitment to own continuous personal development
- Basic IT skills e.g. use of hand-held tablets or willing to learn.
Other
Essential
- Participation in on-call system.
- Ability to travel as necessary to meet the requirements of the role.
- Ability and willingness to undertake all duties as detailed in the job description.
Desirable
- Ability to work overtime.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Completed recognised apprenticeship in relevant base trade.
- B/TEC (HNC/HND) or equivalent relevant experience.
- Demonstrable ability to interpret & fault find on a device range of complex electrical/mechanical systems and installations.
- Health and Safety Qualifications or modules of technical qualifications (IOSH One Day Working Safely, CSCS Bronze card minimum), or agree to carry out the training.
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Significant in depth experience post apprenticeship.
- A clear understanding of health and safety procedures in theory and practical application.
- Installation and/or engineering maintenance experience in an industrial, domestic or commercial setting
Desirable
- Relevant experience of NHS hospital environment.
- Substantial experience and knowledge of the maintenance, testing, validation and commissioning of decontamination
- PLC knowledge and experience
Skills
Essential
- Ability to interpret & work from drawings & specifications.
- Demonstrable knowledge of other crafts.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with others, mainly verbally & in writing.
- Ability to instruct others on his/her work.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to work without supervision
- Awareness of limits of own knowledge and ability/willingness to seek guidance and support.
- A willingness to work flexibly and in a versatile manner to cover maintenance on a wide variety of plant & equipment.
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Ability to prioritise own work.
- A willingness to demonstrate reliability & flexibility in their contribution to service delivery in the face of changing service demands.
- A focus on customer service
- Willing to undertake training relevant to the post.
- Willing to engage in new and innovative working practices to improve the service.
- A commitment to own continuous personal development
- Basic IT skills e.g. use of hand-held tablets or willing to learn.
Other
Essential
- Participation in on-call system.
- Ability to travel as necessary to meet the requirements of the role.
- Ability and willingness to undertake all duties as detailed in the job description.
Desirable
- Ability to work overtime.
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).
