Technician – Crystal Palace

Opcare; London Borough of Bromley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incremental holiday allowance starting

Death in Service (3x basic salary)

Refer a Friend incentive scheme

Enhanced Family Leave/Pay

Job summary

AM Healthcare Group in the UK is seeking a hands-on P&O Technician to join our Crystal Palace manufacturing team. You will gain on-the-job training in hand tool skills, componentry assembly, machinery operation, Health & Safety awareness and product knowledge to deliver high-quality patient devices.

You will manufacture, modify and repair prosthetic and orthotic devices, maintain records, follow SOPs and collaborate with clinical and technical colleagues to ensure timely delivery and stock

Qualifications

• Good practical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Good communication skills and a flexible, proactive attitude.
• Willingness to learn new techniques and processes.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, with reasonable adjustments where appropriate.
• Previous prosthetics, orthotics or technical manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of fabrication techniques, materials and workshop equipment.
• Experience in stock management, quality control and production systems.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture, modify and repair prosthetic and orthotic devices to meet patient needs and quality standards.
• Ensure appropriate materials, components, tools and equipment are available for production.
• Maintain accurate production records, work orders and quality inspection documentation.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Health and Safety requirements and company quality standards.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organised workshop environment.
• Work collaboratively with clinical and technical colleagues to ensure timely delivery of patient devices.
• Support effective stock management and materials control.
• Identify quality issues and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Support the training and development of new Technicians and apprentices.

Skills

Practical skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Learning attitude

Physical stamina

Quality focus

Education

No formal qualifications

Tools

Fabrication techniques

Materials knowledge

Workshop equipment

Stock management systems

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a hands-on Technician to join our team in Crystal Palace.

As a technician, you will play a key role within our Manufacturing Team. This position offers a great deal of variety, where you will receive on-the job training in hand tool skills, componentry assembly, machinery, Health & Safety Awareness and Product knowledge.

P&O Technician – Key Responsibilities, Skills and Experience

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture, modify and repair prosthetic and orthotic devices to meet patient needs and quality standards.
• Ensure appropriate materials, components, tools and equipment are available for production.
• Maintain accurate production records, work orders and quality inspection documentation.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Health and Safety requirements and company quality standards.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organised workshop environment.
• Work collaboratively with clinical and technical colleagues to ensure timely delivery of patient devices.
• Support effective stock management and materials control.
• Identify quality issues and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Support the training and development of new Technicians and apprentices.

Skills and Experience

• Good practical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Good communication skills and a flexible, proactive attitude.
• Willingness to learn new techniques and processes.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, with reasonable adjustments where appropriate.
• Previous prosthetics, orthotics or technical manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of fabrication techniques, materials and workshop equipment.
• Experience in stock management, quality control and production systems.

Qualifications:

• No formal qualifications are required for this role, however previous experience in a manufacturing environment is highly advantageous.

What we Offer:

• Competitive market salary
• Incremental holiday allowance starting at 35 days, increasing to 41 days with length of service (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Death in Service (3x basic salary)
• Refer a Friend incentive scheme
• Enhanced Family Leave/Pay

Why Join Us?

At AM Healthcare Group, we are dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals who rely on mobility and accessibility solutions. As an international group of companies, we provide innovative products and services that make a real difference in people’s daily lives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer with a firm commitment to diversity and inclusion across all areas of our organisation. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively welcome applications from individuals of all abilities. If you require any support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

We are also a proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, and we encourage applications from veterans, reservists, and members of the wider armed forces community.

Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

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