Medical Technician

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Medical Technician to join a dynamic team in Bristol. This role offers a unique opportunity to support military platforms by utilizing your expertise in medical consumables. You'll engage with senior military personnel and collaborate with industry experts, ensuring the highest standards in product specifications and safety. With flexible working hours and a focus on work-life balance, this position is ideal for those passionate about healthcare and supply chain management. Join us in transforming MOD support and making a significant impact in the field.

Benefits

Flexible start/finish times

Onsite parking

Early finish on Fridays

Qualifications

• Experience in critical care or theatre settings.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Knowledge of NATO codification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the technical management of medical products.
• Provide expert advice on medical consumables.
• Collaborate with military and industry experts.

Skills

Healthcare Assistant (Band 3)

MS Office proficiency

Critical care experience

Understanding of supply chain processes

Knowledge of NATO codification

Full UK driving licence

Education

NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care

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Job Overview

TVS, working as part of Team Leidos, a team of defence and logistics specialists, supports a major contract providing end-to-end supply chain services, delivering commodity and inventory savings to the UK Ministry of Defence. We are recruiting a Medical Technician for the medical supplies division of the Commodity Management Pillar.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced Healthcare Assistant (Band 3) to utilize product knowledge in medical consumables to support Team Leidos and UK Defence Clinicians. The Medical Technician will work at the Team Leidos offices in Emersons Green, Bristol, as part of a dynamic team committed to transforming MOD support.

Job Responsibilities

1. Assist in the specification development, in-service technical management, rationalisation, and commercialisation of medical products to support military platforms across Land, Air, and Maritime environments.
2. Provide day-to-day technical support and expert advice on medical consumables, acting as the technical expert within the team.
3. Advise on product modifications, safety cases, and safety issues.
4. Build relationships with senior military personnel, MOD Civil Servants, and suppliers to define product requirements and specifications.
5. Collaborate with military and industry experts to identify improvements and rationalise product ranges by attending meetings, expos, and trade fairs to stay updated on industry trends.
6. Support contract tendering, evaluation, through-life management, and obsolescence management with professional confidence.

Qualifications and Skills

• NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Full UK driving licence (some travel expected).
• Experience in critical care or theatre settings.
• Previous experience with the UK MoD and understanding of its processes and equipment.
• Knowledge of NATO codification requirements and processes.
• Understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes.
• Interest in Medical Consumables and willingness to develop technical knowledge.

Additional Information

The role is based in Emersons Green with flexible start/finish times, onsite parking, and an early finish on Fridays to promote work-life balance. The successful candidate will need to pass a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance.

For more information or to discuss other opportunities, contact Bill Porter, Recruitment Manager, at 07764 241 601.

About TVS

TVS Supply Chain Solutions specializes in managing the flow of raw materials, components, and spare parts for various industries including automotive, beverage, industrial, and defence. Operating from six UK centers and several facilities worldwide, TVS is part of the $6bn TVS Group, with plans for global expansion. We offer tailored services such as inventory management, warehousing, logistics, IT planning, and technical literature creation, setting us apart as a market-leading 4PL provider.