Test & Validation Engineer – CSSD Equipment

Princess Royal University Hospital, Orpington

Our client is the leading service provider of Managed Equipment Services (MES) for the NHS and the private health sector in the UK. They are currently looking for a Test & Validation Engineer to join their Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD) based at the Princess Royal University Hospital.

To be considered for this role you must have a minimum of 5 years’ in CSSD equipment along with a diploma (or equivalent) or a certification in sterile processing. You must also  have at least 2 -3 years UK based work experience for this role.

Purpose of the Role

• To provide daily on-site repair, preventative maintenance and asset management of CSSD equipment as well as Pathology autoclaves within specified hospital locations. To work with and support the site manager/ team leader in achieving contract KPIs
• To complete all associated administrative work in completing repairs and preventative maintenance as outlined in the procedures. To work within the GB Quality Assurance and Environmental, Health & Safety policies
• To support customers whenever needed to ensure minimal disruption to the operation of the hospital
• To build long-term relationships with customers, subcontractors and staff to ensure responsiveness and support to customers

Task list

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance (PM) on CSSD equipment as well as Pathology Autoclaves as per manufacturer's guidelines
• Perform the weekly/ quarterly tests as required to maintain CSSD equipment as well as Pathology autoclaves in accordance with latest guidelines such as CFPP/HTMs( 2010/2030)
• Complete repairs as required on CSSD equipment as well as Pathology Autoclaves as per manufacturer's guidelines
• Complete associated admin needed to complete repairs and PMs as outlined in the GB Standard Operating Procedures
• Travel to various sites if required to perform Corrective and Preventive Maintenance
• Maintain safe working practices within the hospital environment
• Exceed contract KPIs to ensure customer satisfaction
• Assist other Engineers whenever required
• To train if needed for first line support and mentor if required/needed identified engineer to enable daily on-site repair, preventative maintenance
• Comply with the GB Quality Assurance and Environmental, Health & Safety policies, and work to maintain a high standard of customer service and protect your own health and safety as well as that of your colleagues, our customers and members of the public. Promptly raise any concerns regarding potential violations of the policies
• Maintain spare part stock wherever necessary
• Directly support the Site manager / Team Leader as needed Scheduling and completing workload for assigned customers within area
• Maintaining service documentation in line with business requirements
• Responsible for delivering customer satisfaction
• Deal with OEM service staff and management when required
• Liaise with 3rd party suppliers for spare parts and contract quotations as needed.
• Maintain tools and test equipment in line with the Standards

• Review ways to improve productivity and reduce operating expenditures
• Ensure all records of contracts, contacts, customers, opportunities and bid, quote and sales proposals in the CRM system adhere to editing and formatting standards and ensure sign-off processes are followed in accordance with quality management system and Marketing guidelines
• Develop and draft all sales content for bids, quotes and sales proposals ensuring alignment with agreed strategies

Essential Qualifications

• Diploma or equivalent or certification in sterile processing

Essential Skills

Familiarity with appropriate national and local regulatory standards

Knowledge of cleaning, disinfection and sterilization techniques

Good organisation and communications skills

Knowledge of MS Office suite, Outlook and Excel

Must be able to lift, stand and stoop without physical restriction

Ability to work well in a team or independently

Competent with broad range of medical devices - Desirable

Has worked in clinical areas - Desirable

Essential Experience

Minimum of 5 years’ in CSSD equipment

Must have UK based experience

Benefits

Royal London Pension - 5% employer contribution

Death in Service Scheme after probation - 4 times salary

Maternity - 21 weeks full enhanced maternity pay; this is inclusive of Statutory Maternity pay. Plus, after the employee has returned from Maternity Leave for 3 months, a 10% bonus will be paid, (with a commitment to work for 6 months plus)

A DBS Enhanced Disclosure is required for all applicants.

If you have all the skills above and feel this is the role for you, please do not hesitate to contact us at One to One Personnel or forward your CV.