Requirements
Candidates should have a GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths along with knowledge of mechanical or electrical engineering. Proficiency in using power and manual tools is essential for this role.
Job Description
Blatchford is a multi-award winning, global manufacturer of some of the world’s most advanced prosthetic technology, bespoke seating solutions and orthotic devices. Our evidence-based approach and commitment to continuously challenge possibilities ensures our mobility solutions prioritise the wellbeing and long-term health of our users.
Through science, technology, and maintaining a clear focus on people, we make mobility possible.
Our Patient Solutions Team are proud to provide the wheelchair service on behalf of the NHS in Derbyshire. We have a fantastic opportunity for a Workshop Technician to join our team.
The role
As Workshop Technician, you will complete wheelchair reconditioning, repair and decontamination for all workshop-based product.
Key duties.
- Decontamination and refurbishment of collected equipment on arrival to service centre
- Ensuring all workshop repairs are carried out and logged efficiently.
- Ensuring reconditioning standards are met.
- Accurately maintaining paperwork in line with company procedures and guidelines.
- Day-to-day maintenance of the contracts stock and to always ensuring good housekeeping.
- Assisting with stock takes as required.
- Complying with instructions on orders/prescriptions and raise any queries with management.
What are we looking for?
As Workshop Technician, you will have the following.
Key skills
- GCSE, or equivalent in English and Maths
- Knowledge of mechanical or electrical engineering
- Experience of using power and manual tools
- Team working skills
- Flexible and adaptable
- Strong verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- IT skills
What can we offer you?
As Workshop Technician, you will receive the following.
Benefits
- 25 days holiday (rising with service)
- Opportunity to purchase additional holiday
- Pension
- Death in Service
- On Demand Pay
- Discounted shopping and leisure activities
- Health cash plan
- Cycle to work scheme
If you feel you have the relevant experience to be considered for this Workshop Technician position, please apply now.