This role is within the ALAS Posture and Mobility Service, based at Treforest Industrial Estate. The post holder will work as part of the Workshop Team and will be responsible for the repair, reconfiguration, and reconditioning of wheelchair equipment.
We are seeking two individuals who are self-motivated, well organised, and able to work effectively as part of a team. The successful candidates will be patient-focused, ensuring a high-quality service is delivered to service users at all times.
Essential requirements include knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, along with experience in the safe use of tools and equipment. Candidates must also have experience of working within a mechanical engineering environment and the ability to carry out routine maintenance, repairs, reconfiguration, and reconditioning tasks.
A relevant trade qualification is desirable, along with a sound understanding of workshop procedures and safe working practices.
The role is physically demanding; therefore, candidates must be fit and capable of lifting and manoeuvring heavy equipment. The ability to work on their own initiative and to manage workloads effectively would be an advantage.
Apply safe working practices in all working activities by following UHB safety policies and protocols
Actively participate in the operation of works information management systems by working within schemes and completing all relevant paperwork and computer based records
Actively participate in operation of planned preventative maintenance programmes.
Performs work including activities which are complex and non-routine commensurate with the grade of the post
Repair, reconfigure and recondition wheelchair equipment, adapting standard seating as requested.
Fitting of controllers, actuators and modules as necessary to fulfil prescription form.
Fitting and checking of batteries and wiring looms, including cables and components.
Assist and liaise with other clinical/technical staff
Ability to undertake unsupervised routine maintenance, repair, reconfiguring and reconditioning tasks
Requisitioning materials from stores
Using relevant tools and equipment as required by the work and follow guidance and settings specified in manufacture and user manuals.
Driving vehicles and operating mobile plant and specific items of equipment
Carry out cleaning duties in workshop and plant areas as required
Undertake the moving of materials and wheelchairs
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is “Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together”, and our vision is that every person’s chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
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