Job overview
At present, University Hospitals of North Midlands is unable to offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 to Band 4 roles, as these positions do not meet the minimum salary and skill thresholds required under UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) regulations.
Applicants currently holding a Graduate Visa are welcome to apply. However, please be aware that UHNM will not be able to provide sponsorship upon expiry of the Graduate Visa. In addition, candidates must have a minimum of six months remaining on their Graduate Visa at the commencement of employment to support the required training and operational commitments associated with the role.
Role Overview
We are seeking to recruit an Engineer to join the Clinical Technology team and support the delivery of maintenance and engineering services across the Trust. The successful applicant will have a strong engineering background, ideally with experience in equipment maintenance and repair within a technical environment.
Applicants must hold a minimum qualification of an ONC, or equivalent, in a relevant engineering discipline and possess a full UK manual driving licence.
Previous experience within an engineering or maintenance role would be advantageous.
Main duties of the job
The Clinical Technology Department provides a comprehensive medical equipment management, maintenance and support service to University Hospitals of North Midlands (UHNM) and a range of external healthcare organisations. Operating across both the Royal Stoke University Hospital and County Hospital sites, the department comprises multidisciplinary teams specialising in areas such as renal services, general medical equipment, imaging, critical care and medical gases. These teams play a vital role in ensuring the safe, reliable and effective operation of medical equipment across the Trust and for partner healthcare providers.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking and rapidly expanding service. The successful applicant will contribute to the delivery of essential technical support to clinical teams, helping to maintain high standards of patient care while maximising the value of the Trust’s significant investment in medical technology and equipment.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information about this vacancy, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification, or contact the Hiring Manager.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of Working in an Engineering enviroment
- Experience & theoretical knowledge in the maintenance of medical devices.
Desirable
- Be able to produce evidence of CPD in a medical technologies environment.
Qualifications
Essential
- ONC or equivalent in an appropriate engineering subject
- Hold a current, valid (non- provisional) FULL UK MANUAL driving licence
Desirable
- On the Clinical Technologist Voluntary register
Skills, ability and knowledge
Essential
- Good knowledge of Microsoft products, able to enter data into equipment management database.
Desirable
- Experience in fault finding to board level
- Knowledge of Human Physiology
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This advert is for Assistant Medical Engineer with University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust in Stoke On Trent, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 4 Health science services role. The advertised salary is £28,392 - £31,157 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 03 Aug 2026.
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