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Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Reprographics Technician

The closing date is 22 March 2026

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Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual. We are looking for a reprographics technician to join a small team working to meet the reprographic needs of the UHB. You will work with the team in the reprographics unit, provide high quality printing and copying service to support the clinical and administrative functions of Cardiff and Vale University Health Board.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will work as part of a small team working to meet the reprographic needs of the UHB. Working with colleagues in the print department, provide high-quality printing and copying service to support the clinical and administrative functions of Cardiff and Vale University Health Board.

This post is fixed term for 9 months due to - meet the needs of the service

About us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.

Details

Date posted

13 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,833 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

9 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

001-AC090-0326

Job locations

University Hospital of Wales

Heath Park

Cardiff

CF14 4XW


Job description

Job responsibilities

Operational:

1. Undertake all duties associated with a central reprographics unit, including:

a. Operating high-volume copiers

b. Preparing paper stocks, including guillotining

c. Operating folding, booklet making, laminating, drilling and packing equipment

2. Utilise all equipment and resources effectively, efficiently and with minimal operational wastage.

3. Identify faults with printing and finishing equipment and report to the Senior Reprographics Technician.

4. Identify issues with image quality and report to the Senior Reprographics Technician.

5. Undertake page-layout and basic desk-top publishing design for the production of simple forms.

6. Parcel, pack and make available for collection and delivery completed work.

7. Contribute to the delivery and distribution of completed work.

Communication:

8. Liaise closely and advise clients, providing an accurate, timely and confidential service.

9. Contribute to discussions on the future development of the central print and reprographics unit.

Administration:

10. Maintain accurate records of all production activities using paper-based and computer-based systems.

11. Monitor and report stock levels to the Senior Reprographics Technician.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Operational:

1. Undertake all duties associated with a central reprographics unit, including:

a. Operating high-volume copiers

b. Preparing paper stocks, including guillotining

c. Operating folding, booklet making, laminating, drilling and packing equipment

2. Utilise all equipment and resources effectively, efficiently and with minimal operational wastage.

3. Identify faults with printing and finishing equipment and report to the Senior Reprographics Technician.

4. Identify issues with image quality and report to the Senior Reprographics Technician.

5. Undertake page-layout and basic desk-top publishing design for the production of simple forms.

6. Parcel, pack and make available for collection and delivery completed work.

7. Contribute to the delivery and distribution of completed work.

Communication:

8. Liaise closely and advise clients, providing an accurate, timely and confidential service.

9. Contribute to discussions on the future development of the central print and reprographics unit.

Administration:

10. Maintain accurate records of all production activities using paper-based and computer-based systems.

11. Monitor and report stock levels to the Senior Reprographics Technician.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Good general level of education

Desirable

  • 5 GCSE passes including English and Maths A-C or NVQ level 2 / ND in a business administration or graphic design.

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of helping customers over the phone and / or face-to-face

Desirable

  • Experience of working in an office environment including the use of photo-copiers.

Skills

Essential

  • Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Word and email programs

Desirable

  • IT Skills, including word processing, spreadsheets

Special Knowledge

Desirable

  • Knowledge of desk-top publishing software.

Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Ability to communicate clearly in a professional environment. Able to work as a member of a small team. Desire for personal and professional development.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Good general level of education

Desirable

  • 5 GCSE passes including English and Maths A-C or NVQ level 2 / ND in a business administration or graphic design.

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of helping customers over the phone and / or face-to-face

Desirable

  • Experience of working in an office environment including the use of photo-copiers.

Skills

Essential

  • Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Word and email programs

Desirable

  • IT Skills, including word processing, spreadsheets

Special Knowledge

Desirable

  • Knowledge of desk-top publishing software.

Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Ability to communicate clearly in a professional environment. Able to work as a member of a small team. Desire for personal and professional development.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

University Hospital of Wales

Heath Park

Cardiff

CF14 4XW


Employer's website

https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

University Hospital of Wales

Heath Park

Cardiff

CF14 4XW


Employer's website

https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Head of Medical Illustration

Melissa Melling

melissa.melling@wales.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

13 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,833 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

9 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

001-AC090-0326

Job locations

University Hospital of Wales

Heath Park

Cardiff

CF14 4XW


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