Job Introduction
- Maintenance Assistant (DSD)
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£13.17 to £14.05, Dependant on Experience
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37.5 Hours Per Week
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Monday to Friday
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Location is Manchester Foundation NHS Trust Hospital, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9WL
The Decontamination Technician plays a vital role within the hospital team by supporting the shared values of Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. Working on critical decontamination equipment, the technician helps ensure sterilisers, washer disinfectors, water treatment systems and associated plant remain safe, reliable and compliant for clinical use, directly supporting patient safety.
Working closely with Sterile Services, Estates, contractors and clinical teams, the technician contributes to continuous improvement, regulatory compliance and the safe delivery of healthcare services.
n this crucial role, you will support the operation, maintenance, testing and validation of critical decontamination equipment and associated engineering plant across Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with practical engineering or maintenance skills, a keen eye for detail, and a commitment to delivering safe, efficient and compliant decontamination services that directly support patient care.
The role requires a methodical approach and a strong attention to detail, assisting with planned preventative maintenance, weekly validation testing, fault finding, repairs and performance verification of sterilisers, washer disinfectors, water treatment systems and associated plant. Throughout your training, you will develop knowledge and practical skills across a range of engineering disciplines, including mechanical systems, electrical and control systems, water chemistry, steam quality, and decontamination validation, while working in accordance with HTM guidance, relevant British Standards and Trust procedures.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a proactive mindset, a strong work ethic and a genuine interest in engineering. As part of the trainee programme, you will work towards the Building Services Engineering Service and Maintenance Engineer Level 3 apprenticeship/qualification at college, alongside structured workplace training and mentoring, providing the knowledge, skills and experience required to progress towards becoming a Competent Person (CP) within the decontamination engineering team.
What You'll Do:
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Assist maintenance and repair of decontamination equipment
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Support PPM schedules and inspections
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Carry out basic fault finding and escalating issues
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Maintain equipment cleanliness and readiness
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Assist contractors and service providers
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Maintain records and documentation using the CMMS system (Maximo)
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Follow health and safety procedures
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Assist with general estates maintenance tasks
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Participate in training and development
What You Bring:
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Qualified to a minimum of 5 grade (C Grade) at Maths, English and Science
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Basic knowledge of mechanical or electrical systems
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Practical hands on maintenance skills
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Good organisational and record keeping ability
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Ability to work as part of a team
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Understanding of health and safety requirements
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Willingness to undertake training and development
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Experience in a healthcare, estates, or maintenance environment
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Familiarity with decontamination or sterilisation equipment
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Awareness of HTM guidance
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Relevant vocational qualification for example NVQ level 2 or 3
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today! Career progression for the caring profession.
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advertisement early if we are in receipt of a high volume of applications.
About Sodexo
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of Onsite Food and FM Services, Benefits and Rewards Services and Personal and Home Services.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents and Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.
We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
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