North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Engineering Technician Apprentice - Huntingdon

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Job summary

The Clinical Engineering Technician (Apprentice) will support the delivery of safe, effective, and compliant medical device management services across the Trust. Working under the supervision of senior Clinical Engineering staff, the post holder will assist with and progressively undertake planned preventative maintenance, functional and electrical safety testing, fault-finding, and repair of a broad range of medical equipment in accordance with departmental procedures, manufacturer guidance, and relevant standards (e.g., HTM, ISO, MHRA).

During the apprenticeship period, the post holder will initially carry out tasks aligned with Band 4 competency expectations, developing the technical knowledge, practical skills, and professional behaviours required for progression to full Band 5 responsibilities upon successful completion of training and competence sign-off.

The role involves regular interaction with clinical and non-clinical staff, requiring clear communication, sound judgement, and a methodical approach to problem-solving. The post holder will contribute to ensuring that medical devices used in patient care are safe, reliable, appropriately maintained, and compliant with statutory, regulatory, and Trust governance requirements.

Main duties of the job

Planned Preventative Maintenance and Performance Verification

Fault-Finding and Repairs

Equipment Acceptance, Installation, and Decommissioning

Test Equipment and Measurement Traceability

Asset Management and Documentation

About us

Priority will be given to colleagues identified as at risk through the Trust's redeployment process.

Date posted

18 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum - annex 21

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

176-C-7760716

Job locations

Hinchingbrooke

Parkway

Huntingdon

PE29 6NT

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the detailed job description and the personal spec for this role, more information will be found therein.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the detailed job description and the personal spec for this role, more information will be found therein.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

T Level (e.g., Engineering & Manufacturing), BTEC Level 3, or equivalent Level 3 qualification in an engineering/technical subject

Desirable

Eligibility for enrolment onto a Level 6 Electro Mechanical Engineer Degree Apprenticeship
Further technical or vocational training (e.g., manufacturer or medical device servicing courses)

Experience

Essential

Experience working with electronic, electrical, mechanical, or electromechanical systems (practical or academic)

Desirable

Experience in a technical, engineering, workshop, or laboratory environment
Previous experience in NHS, healthcare engineering, or medical devices

Knowledge

Essential

Basic understanding of electrical/electronic engineering principles
Basic understanding of medical equipment safety and function

Desirable

Awareness of standards and regulations (e.g., IEC 62353, UK MDR, HTM guidance)

Other

Essential

Commitment to completing the Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship and engaging fully in training

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

T Level (e.g., Engineering & Manufacturing), BTEC Level 3, or equivalent Level 3 qualification in an engineering/technical subject

Desirable

Eligibility for enrolment onto a Level 6 Electro Mechanical Engineer Degree Apprenticeship
Further technical or vocational training (e.g., manufacturer or medical device servicing courses)

Experience

Essential

Experience working with electronic, electrical, mechanical, or electromechanical systems (practical or academic)

Desirable

Experience in a technical, engineering, workshop, or laboratory environment
Previous experience in NHS, healthcare engineering, or medical devices

Knowledge

Essential

Basic understanding of electrical/electronic engineering principles
Basic understanding of medical equipment safety and function

Desirable

Awareness of standards and regulations (e.g., IEC 62353, UK MDR, HTM guidance)

Other

Essential

Commitment to completing the Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship and engaging fully in training

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

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hinchingbrooke

Parkway

Huntingdon

PE29 6NT

Employer's website

https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hinchingbrooke

Parkway

Huntingdon

PE29 6NT

Employer's website

https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)