Field Technician (12-month fixed-term contract)

Smith Nephew; Huntingdonshire; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Private health and dental plans

Pension schemes

Annual bonus

Discounts on gym memberships

Salary sacrifice bicycle and car Sche

Job summary

Smith Nephew is seeking a Field Technician to repair and maintain medical devices, support customers, and uphold strict quality and safety standards. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract with the potential to extend, and it involves completing training across multiple product portfolios while delivering excellent service.

You will work with precision instruments, perform PM activities, and help ensure equipment meets contractual obligations.

Qualifications

• Experience in technical repair, maintenance or field service roles.
• Comfort working with precision instruments and microscopes.
• Ability to service equipment following internal and external standards.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain Smith+Nephew equipment per procedures and standards.
• Perform preventative maintenance for customers with service contracts.
• Complete training and certification to service multiple product lines.
• Manage inventory levels and participate in cycle counts.
• Build strong relationships with customers and hospital staff.

Skills

Technical repair experience

Precision instrumentation

Inventory management

Job description

Life. Unlimited.

At Smith+Ne phew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

Are you passionate about technical problem-solving, precision work, and delivering exceptional customer service? Join our team and help healthcare professionals keep critical medical equipment performing at its best.

As a Field Technician , you’ll play a key role in maintaining and repairing medical devices, supporting customers, and ensuring our equipment meets the highest quality and safety standards.

This is a 12-month fixed-term contract, with option for prolongation.

What will you be doing?

• Repair and maintain Smith+Ne phew equipment in line with internal procedures, corporate guidelines, and relevant industry standards.
• Perform preventative maintenance (PM) activities for customers with service contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.
• Complete training and certification programs to become qualified to service equipment across multiple product franchises.
• Carry out precision instrument servicing, including working under a microscope and sharpening surgical instruments.
• Support the wider Service Engineering team in delivering and managing the preventative maintenance program.
• Manage personal inventory levels, perform scheduled stock cycle counts, and contribute to effective inventory control.
• Assist Operations Leads and Service Coordinators with inventory management activities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, hospital staff, and internal sales teams.
• Ensure service activities are completed efficiently, on time, and in a cost-effective manner.
• Meet and exceed individual performance targets and key performance indicators (KPIs).

What will you need to be successful?

• Previous experience in a technical repair, maintenance, service, or field technician role.
• Experience working with precision instruments and performing detailed tasks under a microscope.
• Ability to repair, maintain, and service equipment in line with internal, corporate, and external standards.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage inventory and prioritize workload effectively.
• Customer-focused mindset with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
• Willingness to complete training and develop expertise across multiple product portfolios.

You. Unlimited.

We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our Strongest investments are in our people and patients we serve.

Inclusion and Belonging:

Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about our Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (www.smith-nephew.com).

Your Future:

Generous annual bonus and pension Schemes, Save As You Earn share options.

Work/Life Balance:

Flexible Vacation and Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Volunteering Hours, so we can give back to our communities!

Your Wellbeing:

Private Health and Dental plans, Healthcare Cash Plans, Income Protection, Life Assurance and much more.

Flexibility:

Hybrid Working Model (For most professional roles).

Training:

Hands-On, Team-Customised, Mentorship.

Extra Perks:

Discounts on Gyms and fitness clubs, Salary Sacrifice Bicycle and Car Schemes and many other Employee discounts.

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