Orthotics Technician

Steeper Group; Stanmore; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Employee discount platform

Employee Assistance Programs

Flexible working

Refer a friend incentive

Cycle2work scheme

Job summary

Steeper Group, a leader in orthotic and prosthetic devices, is seeking a hands-on technician to join our on-site manufacturing team at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Stanmore. You will manufacture, modify and service custom-made devices, working closely with orthotists and technical staff.

The ideal candidate has practical skills in a technical environment, enjoys problem-solving and is keen to develop new fabrication techniques.

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical or manufacturing environment.
• Attention to detail and craftsmanship.
• Problem-solving and practical skills.
• Experience with machinery and hand tools.
• Willingness to coach others and work across departments.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture orthoses as part of the technical manufacturing team.
• Work to specification and to orders raised by orthotists on site.
• Handle enquiries from Steeper staff, customers, suppliers or the public.
• Understand products and materials used in orthotic manufacture.
• Highlight problems to the manager for quick resolution.
• Adhere to health and safety policy in workshop, stores and office.
• Support stores and admin tasks when required.
• Assist with other projects and responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Technical environment experience

Manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Machinery and hand tools

Team player

Willingness to coach others

Tools

CAD/CAM processes

Plaster rectification

Thermoplastic fabrication

Job description

Steeper Group is a true leader in the Orthotic, Prosthetic and Assistive Technology products. In the past 100 years we have grown to become one of the UK’s largest suppliers. Steeper’s vision is to create life’s turning points, together. We aim to do this by delivering innovative prosthetic, orthotic and assistive technology products and responsive clinical services.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual with experience in a technical or manufacturing environment. To join our team at the Royal National Orthopedic Hospital, Stanmore. Whether your background is in orthotic or prosthetic fabrication, engineering, manufacturing, or another related technical field, we welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate practical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to producing high-quality products.

Working within a supportive and experienced team, you will be involved in the manufacture, modification, servicing, and repair of custom-made medical devices. We are looking for someone who enjoys problem-solving, takes pride in their craftsmanship, and is keen to develop new skills.

Experience in prosthetic or orthotic manufacturing would be advantageous; however, candidates with transferable skills from other technical industries will be considered. Knowledge of plaster rectification, thermoplastic fabrication techniques, and CAD/CAM processes would be beneficial, although full training can be provided for the right candidate. We would also consider an apprentice role, for the right candidate.

To provide a high-quality service in line with Steeper’s / RNOH Trust standards and be able to communicate sensitively and effectively with a wide range of people including medical and clinical staff, patients, colleagues and other outside agencies.

Responsibilities

• The post holder will work as part of the technical manufacturing team manufacturing orthoses
• Work to specification and work to orders raised by orthotists on site
• Deal with any enquiries from Steeper staff, customers, suppliers or the public quickly and efficiently.
• Understand the range of products within the orthotic market, including materials used to manufacture.
• Highlight any problems to the manager promptly so that they can be resolved quickly.
• Abide by the company’s health and safety policy while in the workshop, stores and office.
• Support stores and admin team in admin tasks when required
• Support the team with other projects and responsibilities as required.

The list above is not exhaustive.

Such other duties at a comparable level of responsibility may be allocated to the post or post-holder.

What we are looking for

• Enthusiastic approach to tasks.
• Experience with machinery and hand tool.
• Ability to be versatile and work across departments.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to coach others.

What we offer in return

• Competitive salary
• Incremental holiday allowance (rising with service)
• Free parking
• Employee discount platform
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Qualification support
• Flexible working
• Refer a friend incentive
• Cycle2work scheme
• Continuous professional development plans with internal and external training and courses available