East Cheshire NHS Trust

Assistant Medical Engineering Technician (Internal Only)

The closing date is 25 August 2025

Job summary

**This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the 'ECT Family' this includes currentEast Cheshire NHS Trust employees,both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.**

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic person to join the Medical Engineering Team at Macclesfield District General Hospital as an Assistant Medical Engineering Technican.

Hours per week: 37.5

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate shall participate in the use, care , repair, calibration and maintenance of a range of medical devices. This will involve a mix of routine and non-routine activities. You will support the activities of a team of Specialist Medical Engineering Technicians in the execution of their roles and be capable of working under supervision as necessary, and independently on predominately low risk non-critical medical equipment.

About us

It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

Please be aware that this post requires an Standard with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Details

Date posted

13 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

209-A-25-7361974

Job locations

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Overseas candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a CoS for the post by assessing their circumstances against criteria specified on theVisas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Overseas candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a CoS for the post by assessing their circumstances against criteria specified on theVisas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE Grade 4/C or above in Mathematics
  • GCSE Grade 4/C or above in a Science based subject
  • 3 Additional GCSE's Grade 4/C or above
  • Level 3 Healthcare Engineering Specialist Technician or equivalent experience, or be willing to work towards

Skills

Essential

  • Competent and confident to work as autonomous practitioner
  • Effective communication skills and interpersonal skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Ability to prioritise workload safely

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of engineering environments

Desirable

  • Working in clinical environments

Knowledge

Essential

  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office products
  • An understanding of basic electronic principles

Desirable

  • Knowledge of MHRA (Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency) guidance
  • Knowledge of Information Governance within a healthcare setting

Other Role Requirements

Essential

  • Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE Grade 4/C or above in Mathematics
  • GCSE Grade 4/C or above in a Science based subject
  • 3 Additional GCSE's Grade 4/C or above
  • Level 3 Healthcare Engineering Specialist Technician or equivalent experience, or be willing to work towards

Skills

Essential

  • Competent and confident to work as autonomous practitioner
  • Effective communication skills and interpersonal skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Ability to prioritise workload safely

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of engineering environments

Desirable

  • Working in clinical environments

Knowledge

Essential

  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office products
  • An understanding of basic electronic principles

Desirable

  • Knowledge of MHRA (Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency) guidance
  • Knowledge of Information Governance within a healthcare setting

Other Role Requirements

Essential

  • Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements

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

East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Head of Medical Engineering

Philip Beech

philip.beech@nhs.net

01625661930

Details

Date posted

13 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

209-A-25-7361974

Job locations

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Supporting documents

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