Driver & Production Technician

B. Braun Melsungen AG; Leeds; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Electric or hybrid company car

Discretionary bonus scheme

Life assurance at 3x salary

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

27 days annual leave + bank holidays

Cycle to Work scheme

Everyday Discounts and Blue Light Card

Job summary

B. Braun Sterilog Pudsey is seeking a Production Technician & Driver in Leeds to join our decontamination and distribution team. The role balances production tasks with driving duties, supporting the safe and timely transport of surgical instruments between the facility and hospitals.

You will operate washer disinfectors and sterilizers, handle instrument trays, and maintain high hygiene standards. Shifts are 37.5 hours per week, Mon–Fri, 5:30am–1:30pm.

Qualifications

• A full UK driving licence is required.
• Driving experience and confidence driving as part of your role.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures accurately.
• Ability to work in a methodical and organised manner.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Able to lift and move instrument trays, trolleys, and containers.

Responsibilities

• Dismantle and prepare used surgical equipment for decontamination.
• Manually clean heavily contaminated instruments in line with work instructions.
• Load medical devices into washer disinfectors in accordance with quality procedures and manufacturer recommendations.
• Carry out quality inspections to ensure instruments are clean, safe, and fit for use.
• Assemble and package trays, sets, and supplementary items according to instrument count sheets.
• Check sterilised goods and associated process documentation.
• Load trays and equipment onto transport trolleys for dispatch.
• Safely transport surgical instruments and medical devices between the decontamination facility and customer hospitals.
• Load, unload, move, and handle instrument trays, trolleys, and containers safely.
• Ensure all goods are transported securely and arrive within strict healthcare delivery timescales.
• Carry out daily vehicle inspections and report any defects or maintenance requirements.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Keep accurate vehicle, delivery, and transport records.
• Follow planned routes while adapting to changing traffic conditions and operational requirements.
• Act as a professional representative of B. Braun when visiting customer sites.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Driving experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Follow procedures

Job description

You’re an important part of our future. Hopefully, we're also a part of your future! At B. Braun, we protect and improve the health of people worldwide. You support this vision, bringing expertise and sharing innovation, efficiency and sustainability as values. That’s why we would like to keep developing our company with you. Keeping your future in mind, we’re making a joint contribution to health care worldwide, with trust, transparency and appreciation. That's Sharing Expertise.

Job Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Functional Area: Production

Working Model: Onsite

Requisition ID: 13882

The Role

At Sterilog Pudsey, our decontamination facility plays a crucial role in the healthcare system by ensuring that surgical and medical equipment is delivered to hospitals in a clean and surgically safe condition.

As a Production Technician & Driver, you will play an essential part in the decontamination and distribution process. You will operate washer disinfectors, sterilisers, and other decontamination equipment, while also supporting the safe and timely transportation of surgical instruments, medical devices, and equipment between our facility and customer hospitals.

This is a dual-role position, with your day-to-day duties split between Production Technician and Driver responsibilities depending on operational demand and business requirements. Flexibility is therefore essential, as some shifts may be primarily production-based while others may focus on deliveries and collections.

Location: B. Braun Sterilog, Richardshaw Road, Pudsey, LS28 6QW. Free parking available on site.

Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 5:30am - 1:30pm

Salary: £25,272 per annum

Your Responsibilities:

• Dismantle and prepare used surgical equipment for decontamination.
• Manually clean heavily contaminated instruments in line with work instructions.
• Load medical devices into washer disinfectors in accordance with quality procedures and manufacturer recommendations.
• Carry out quality inspections to ensure instruments are clean, safe, and fit for use.
• Assemble and package trays, sets, and supplementary items according to instrument count sheets.
• Check sterilised goods and associated process documentation.
• Load trays and equipment onto transport trolleys for dispatch.

Driving & Logistics

• Safely transport surgical instruments and medical devices between the decontamination facility and customer hospitals.
• Load, unload, move, and handle instrument trays, trolleys, and containers safely.
• Ensure all goods are transported securely and arrive within strict healthcare delivery timescales.
• Carry out daily vehicle inspections and report any defects or maintenance requirements.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Keep accurate vehicle, delivery, and transport records.
• Follow planned routes while adapting to changing traffic conditions and operational requirements.
• Act as a professional representative of B. Braun when visiting customer sites.

What You Need to Succeed:

• A full UK driving licence.
• Driving experience and confidence driving as part of your role.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures accurately.
• Ability to work in a methodical and organised manner.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Able to lift and move instrument trays, trolleys, and containers when required.

Why Join B. Braun?

At B. Braun,you'llhave the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to healthcare while building a rewarding career with a global, family-owned organisation. We invest in our people through learning,developmentand long-term career opportunities, creating an environment whereexpertiseis valued, ideas are encouraged and collaboration drives success. Whetheryou'relooking to grow your career, expand your skills or make a genuine impact on patient outcomes,you'llbe part of a team helping to shape the future of healthcare.

What We Offer:

Ongoing learning and development opportunities

Long-term career opportunities within a global healthcare organisation

Paid professional membership (whererequired)

Opportunities to learn from experienced healthcare and industry professionals

Electric or hybrid company car (role dependent)

Discretionary annual and quarterly bonus scheme

Life assurance at 3x salary

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

27days annual leaveplus bank holidays

Enhanced family-friendly and sick pay benefits

Cycle to Work scheme

Everyday Discounts and Blue Light Card savings

And much more.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Join a market-leading healthcare organisation where yourexpertisehelps support healthcare professionals and improve patient care across the UK.

At B. Braun, we believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence.We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone - regardless of background, identity, or ability - feels valued,respectedand empowered.

Our Talent Acquisition Specialists are happy to discuss any support you may need throughout the recruitment process.

What to Expect

Our recruitment process is designed to help us get to know you, while giving you the opportunity to learn more about B. Braun, ourcultureand the role. While the process may vary depending on the position, it will typically include:

Initial conversation with Talent Acquisition (30 minutes) – an opportunity to discuss your experience, careeraspirationsand interest in joining B. Braun.

Hiring Panel interview (60 minutes) – a more detailed discussion about your skills, experience and how you could contribute to the team.

Skills and role-related assessment(s) – an opportunity toshowcaseyourexpertisethrough activities relevant to the role.

Final interview (if required) – an opportunity to meetadditionalstakeholders and gain further insight into the team,functionand wider business.

Interviews may be conducted virtually, by telephone or in person, depending on the requirements of the role.

At B. Braun, we believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence.We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone - regardless of background, identity, or ability - feels valued,respectedand empowered.

Our recruitment practices reflect this commitment, ensuring equal opportunities for all. Our Recruitment Advisors are happy to support you with any questions or specificneeds,you can find their contact details below. You can also request reasonable adjustments through our online form.