Job summary
Clinical Workshop Technician, Posture and Mobility Service
An exciting opportunity has arisen for one Band 4 Clinical Workshop Technician to join the Posture and Mobility Service at our Posture and Mobility building in Bryn y Neuadd Hospital, Llanfairfechan. The service covers a wide geographical area in North and Mid Wales.
The work will be mainly based in the workshop areas and will involve the manufacture of custom seating, other medical devices and the adaptation of mobility equipment. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team consisting of clinical, technical and administrative staff.
Main duties of the job
The key objectives of the post are:
- To manufacture custom medical devices and accessories in a variety of materials (metals, plastics and foams) using a range of hand and machine tools, digital systems including computer aided design (CAD) and 3D printing. Instructions are in the form of verbal and written information as well as using own knowledge of design
- Supporting clinicians in their assessment of people and fitting of devices in the clinic setting or in the home, school and other locations
- Transporting equipment between sites using service vehicles
- Monitoring workflow and manufacturing of foam carves using our CNC machine to make custom seating
- Supporting the upholstery staff with digital record keeping
This post offers an opportunity for the successful candidate to develop their manufacturing skills and will require adaptability to meet a wide variety of clinical and technical requirements.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications / Knowledge
Essential
- Level 3 BTEC/SCOTVEC or City & Guilds in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent work experience/qualification
- Evidence of further training and experience in manufacturing techniques.
Desirable
- A record/ portfolio of knowledge and training achieved, e.g. manual techniques, materials, mechanical skills.
- Certified in TIG Welding Steel and/or Aluminium
Experience
Essential
- Experience of manufacturing using workshop machinery and equipment, including milling machines, lathes, with a thorough understanding of health & safety policies and procedures.
- Experience of IT Systems including computer aided design and manufacture.
- Good level of written communication
Desirable
- Experienced in TIG Welding
Other
Essential
- Experience of working in accordance to Health and Safety risk assessments and documents.
- Able to be mobile across the North and Mid Wales area.
Desirable
- Working knowledge of Quality Assurance systems - BS EN ISO 9001:2015 Or BS EN ISO 13485:2016
Person Specification
Qualifications / Knowledge
Essential
- Level 3 BTEC/SCOTVEC or City & Guilds in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent work experience/qualification
- Evidence of further training and experience in manufacturing techniques.
Desirable
- A record/ portfolio of knowledge and training achieved, e.g. manual techniques, materials, mechanical skills.
- Certified in TIG Welding Steel and/or Aluminium
Experience
Essential
- Experience of manufacturing using workshop machinery and equipment, including milling machines, lathes, with a thorough understanding of health & safety policies and procedures.
- Experience of IT Systems including computer aided design and manufacture.
- Good level of written communication
Desirable
- Experienced in TIG Welding
Other
Essential
- Experience of working in accordance to Health and Safety risk assessments and documents.
- Able to be mobile across the North and Mid Wales area.
Desirable
- Working knowledge of Quality Assurance systems - BS EN ISO 9001:2015 Or BS EN ISO 13485:2016
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).
