Workshop Engineer

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Workshop Engineer to join their team in Ashford. This role focuses on repairing and maintaining wheelchairs, ensuring that all tasks are completed accurately and on time. You will be responsible for conducting repairs, processing paperwork, and adhering to infection control policies. The ideal candidate will have a background in mechanical or electrical engineering, possess strong organizational skills, and be able to fault find effectively. This opportunity offers training in wheelchair engineering, making it an exciting prospect for those looking to develop their skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Background in mechanical or electrical engineering is preferred.
• Full Driving Licence is a plus but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct repairs and maintenance on wheelchairs as per directives.
• Process paperwork accurately for repairs and servicing.

Skills

Organized

Fault finding

Neat and clear handwriting

Education

GCSE level / NVQ level 1 or equivalent

Job description

Workshop Engineer Role

The Workshop Engineer will provide a workshop-based engineering role focused on repairing, servicing, and maintaining wheelchairs in Ashford.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct repairs, servicing, and maintenance as directed by the Service Centre Manager, Warehouse Supervisor, or Line Manager.
• Process all associated paperwork concerning repairs and servicing accurately on a daily basis.
• Ensure all warranty and scrap returns are labelled correctly and collated at the end of each day.
• Follow infection control policies at all times.
• Undertake engineering work related to service, repairs, and refurbishment in accordance with prescription builds.
• Assist in clinical appointments with healthcare professionals for repairs and servicing requirements.
• Perform administrative duties as required.
• Ensure all parts used are allocated from Stores through the Stores process.
• Strictly adhere to Ross Care’s operational procedures.
• Follow Housekeeping procedures in accordance with the RCQP.
• Maintain professionalism in appearance, paperwork, use of power tools, and at the workbench.
• Ensure tasks are completed correctly and on time.
• Be fully accountable for all aspects of your role.
• Assist with annual and interim stocktakes as required.
• Communicate effectively with customers and inform them of relevant additional services from Ross Care.
• Perform duties in accordance with all company policies, procedures, and instructions.

Competency Expectations:

• Achieve business results and add value.
• Focus on internal and external customers.
• Build and maintain effective teamwork.
• Embrace change and handle ambiguity.

This role may include additional duties as deemed appropriate by your manager, and responsibilities may evolve over time.

Key Performance Indicators:

Person Requirements:

Skills:

• Organized, able to work to a plan.
• Ability to fault find.
• Neat and clear handwriting.

Knowledge:

• Background in mechanical or electrical engineering.

Qualifications:

• Full Driving Licence (not essential).
• GCSE level / NVQ level 1 or equivalent qualification preferred.
• Satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure.

Other:

• Training in wheelchair engineering will be provided.
• Trustworthy with a clean or appropriate DBS record.

If interested, please submit your updated CV.

Note: This role has been previously advertised. Please do not reapply as your details are already under consideration.