Medical Engineering Technician

NHS; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Greater Manchester seeks a Medical Engineering Technician to oversee maintenance and repair of medical equipment. The role involves acceptance testing, servicing, and electrical safety. Candidates should have relevant HNC/HND qualifications and experience with electrical equipment. The position offers a permanent contract, 37.5 hours per week with flexible working arrangements, and a salary between £27,485 and £30,162, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electronic/electrical repair and maintenance.
• Experience using various test and measuring equipment.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Collect and deliver medical equipment post decontamination.
• Conduct acceptance testing for new devices.
• Service and repair a range of medical equipment.

Skills

HNC/HND in electronic or electrical repair

Experience in maintaining electrical/electronic equipment

Practical use of test and measuring equipment

Knowledge of cleaning/decontamination procedures

Good communication skills

Geographic familiarity with Wigan and Leigh area

Microsoft Windows literacy

Fluent in English

Electrical safety testing knowledge

Interest in training initiatives

Education

HNC/HND in electronic or electrical repair

Tools

Test equipment

Oracle

Job description

Job Summary

An exciting new vacancy has arisen for a Medical Engineering Technician within the Medical Electronics Department. The Medical Electronics Department will manage the maintenance and repair of all medical equipment across WWL’s services, requiring a proactive, enthusiastic approach to introduce best‑practice solutions from the outset. The successful applicant will work with minimal supervision and may travel across the Wigan & Leigh area in a works vehicle. A full, current UK driving licence is required. The role is permanent, 37.5 hours per week, and may occasionally involve work outside normal clinic hours.

Key Qualifications

• HNC/HND in electronic or electrical repair and maintenance, or equivalent relevant experience in an electronic/electrical environment.
• Experience in the maintenance and performance checking of electrical/electronic equipment.
• Practical experience of using a range of test and measuring equipment and of applying electronics engineering workshop practice and techniques.
• Knowledge of cleaning / decontamination procedures and safe operation techniques used within a maintenance environment.
• Full driving licence (reasonable adjustments may be considered where disability precludes this).
• Good communicator with excellent dexterity and attention to detail.
• Geographic familiarity with the Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh area.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Windows operating systems and applications, and able to work with databases.
• Speak English to an appropriate professional standard, with confidence and accuracy.
• Fully conversant with electrical safety testing techniques.
• Desirable: ECDL European Computer Driving Licence; previous employment in a healthcare maintenance environment.
• Strong interest in training initiatives and change management.
• Desirable: Ability to work with other professions and manage tasks independently.
• Desirable: Experience in healthcare or high‑risk device maintenance (e.g., Defibs, infusion devices, ICPs, ventilators).

Responsibilities

• Collect and deliver medical equipment prior to and post decontamination, storage and servicing across WWL sites.
• Conduct acceptance testing for new devices, including sleep service equipment, in accordance with medical electronics acceptance protocols.
• Use the department’s vehicle when appropriate, communicating technical information to technical/non‑technical staff.
• Disassemble and reassemble medical equipment for decontamination and repair, using precision tools and specialised test equipment.
• Clean and decontaminate medical equipment prior to service, repair, and storage, ensuring safety and preventing cross‑infection.
• Service and repair a range of medical equipment within the Trust, diagnosing faults on complex equipment using test equipment and dedicated software.
• Carry out electrical safety testing on serviced and repaired complex equipment to ensure results are within the stated limits.
• Maintain statutory and general records related to the department’s work, including equipment history, maintenance, test results, technical updates, upgrades, modifications, and stock control.
• Use Oracle to liaise with contractors and external companies regarding ordering, invoicing, and related tasks.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A submission for Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required to verify the absence of relevant criminal convictions.

Employer Details

Wrightington, Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Royal Albert Edward Infirmary
Wigan Lane, Wigan, WN1 2NN
Website: http://www.wwl.nhs.uk/

Job Details

Date posted: 17 December 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
Band: Band 4
Salary: £27,485 to £30,162 per annum (pro rata)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time, Part‑time, Job share, Flexible working, Compressed hours
Reference number: 302-25-7637868E
Job locations: Royal Albert Edward Infirmary, Wigan Lane, Wigan, WN1 2NN