Medical Equipment Technical Lead
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Winchester
Job summaryThe post holder will be responsible for providing advanced level engineering expertise, whilst supporting the delivery of high-quality equipment management, within the trust. The post holder will be committed to providing best practice solutions to equipment management. The post holder will ensure effective management of the trials and equipment installations, required for effective operation of the hospital departments. The post holder will also be expected to ensure efficient use of financial resources within the department and assist budget holders with their efficiencies.The post holder will provide expert level engineering advice and guidance to all members of MED, assisting with the provision of high-quality support to the trust.Based in the Medical equipment department, you will be expected to support other core areas as required.Main duties of the jobLead and facilitate the planning, implementation, and evaluation of equipment trials, demonstrations, and loans in line with Trust guidelines.Provide evidence-based analysis and unbiased advice on equipment suitability.Maintain an up-to-date understanding of the equipment market, hospital requirements, and replacement plans.Manage and respond to Health and Safety alerts (MHRA), incidents (Datix), and technical complaints.Support and carry out performance verification testing (PPM) on medical equipment.Produce reports and analysis on equipment performance and suitability.Promote effective communication with clinical teams, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.Support MED management in maintaining compliance with Trust, MHRA, and CQC requirements.Participate in projects, investigations, and departmental initiatives.A more detailed version of the duties and responsibilities is included in the attached Job Description and Person Specification document.About usOur vision is to provide outstanding care for every patient. Patient care is at the heart of what we do at our three sites: Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester and Andover War Memorial Hospital. Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides medical and surgical services to a population of approximately 600,000 people across Hampshire and parts of West Berkshire.Our cultural ambition is to have a culture that places people at the heart of all we do, where we all belong, and where learning, improvement and excellence thrive.We provide specialist services to people across the UK and internationally. We are one of only two centres in the UK treating pseudomyxoma peritonei (a rare form of abdominal cancer) and we are leaders in the field of tertiary liver cancer and colorectal cancer.The trust employs more than 9,000 staff and has a turnover of over 500 million a year. As a Foundation Trust, we are directly accountable to our members through the governors. The Council of Governors represent the interests of their constituencies and influence the future plans of the Foundation Trust.Your Next Career Move Made Easier - Accommodation May Be OfferedWe understand relocating can be a big step. Hampshire Hospitals may be able to provide accommodation options for successful candidates, depending on availability. If this something you would like to explore please contact Southern Housing on 02080 360017DetailsDate posted05 August 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary 49,387 to 56,515 a year per annum pro rata ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number251-CORP7565-METL-BJob locationsRoyal Hampshire County HospitalRomsey RoadWinchesterSO22 5DGUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesKEY RESPONSIBILITIESTo lead and facilitate the planning, implementation, and evaluation, of appropriate equipment trials, demonstrations, and loans, in line with current trust guidelines and protocols.Ensure evidence-based analysis is carried out, providing unbiased views of equipment suitability to the task. Maintain an up to date and informed view of new equipment market, hospital requirement, replacement plans and senior staff equipment related concerns.Assess the efficiency and quality of all new contracts and contractors, toward maintaining high standards of patient care.To ensure staff are apprised of the benefits and considerations of all equipment. (PAQ)Produce reporting and analysis of performance and suitability, as required.Manage, implement, advise staff on all relevant Health and Safety warnings (MHRA) and all datix incidents.Manage and complete performance verification process tests, on supported equipment as required. (PPM)Be involved in the training and development of junior staff.Act as a role model professionally and specifically regarding liaison with suppliers and staff. Job description Job responsibilitiesKEY RESPONSIBILITIESTo lead and facilitate the planning, implementation, and evaluation, of appropriate equipment trials, demonstrations, and loans, in line with current trust guidelines and protocols.Ensure evidence-based analysis is carried out, providing unbiased views of equipment suitability to the task. Maintain an up to date and informed view of new equipment market, hospital requirement, replacement plans and senior staff equipment related concerns.Assess the efficiency and quality of all new contracts and contractors, toward maintaining high standards of patient care.To ensure staff are apprised of the benefits and considerations of all equipment. (PAQ)Produce reporting and analysis of performance and suitability, as required.Manage, implement, advise staff on all relevant Health and Safety warnings (MHRA) and all datix incidents.Manage and complete performance verification process tests, on supported equipment as required. (PPM)Be involved in the training and development of junior staff.Act as a role model professionally and specifically regarding liaison with suppliers and staff.Person Specification Training & Qualifications EssentialDegree in biomedical engineering or equivalentCity and Guilds HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in electronic, mechanical or biomedical engineeringEngineering experience in complex sector with technical responsibilityNVQ 5 electronicsDesirableEngineering experience in medical sectorRegistered with a professional body e.g. IEE, IET, CEng Experience & Knowledge EssentialAn understanding of mechanical, electrical and electronic principles utilised in medical equipmentExperience of medical equipment lifecycle management or similarDesirableUnderstanding of relevant/current standards for medical equipment/devicesA good working knowledge of NHS policy and procedure particularly in the areas of Finance, Procurement, health and safetyBasic understanding of anatomy and physiology Skills & Ability EssentialExperience of medical device asset managementAbility to solve issues using analytical reasoningThe ability to work effectively with people from various disciplines and educational backgroundsAble to communicate complex technical information to a broad audience of peers, clinical staff, procurement, administration etc. in a clear, concise and effective mannerProduce technical reports, presentations, documentation etc. as requiredPrepared to work in clinical areas where patients are connected to and dependant on medical devicesDesirableUse of specialised equipment for extensive testing/trials on medical devicesHighly motivated to deliver the best possible service to clinicians and patients Other Specific Requirements EssentialValid UK driving licenseResponsive, flexible and positive attitude to staff, external and internal situations Person Specification Training & Qualifications EssentialDegree in biomedical engineering or equivalentCity and Guilds HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in electronic, mechanical or biomedical engineeringEngineering experience in complex sector with technical responsibilityNVQ 5 electronicsDesirableEngineering experience in medical sectorRegistered with a professional body e.g. IEE, IET, CEng Experience & Knowledge EssentialAn understanding of mechanical, electrical and electronic principles utilised in medical equipmentExperience of medical equipment lifecycle management or similarDesirableUnderstanding of relevant/current standards for medical equipment/devicesA good working knowledge of NHS policy and procedure particularly in the areas of Finance, Procurement, health and safetyBasic understanding of anatomy and physiology Skills & Ability EssentialExperience of medical device asset managementAbility to solve issues using analytical reasoningThe ability to work effectively with people from various disciplines and educational backgroundsAble to communicate complex technical information to a broad audience of peers, clinical staff, procurement, administration etc. in a clear, concise and effective mannerProduce technical reports, presentations, documentation etc. as requiredPrepared to work in clinical areas where patients are connected to and dependant on medical devicesDesirableUse of specialised equipment for extensive testing/trials on medical devicesHighly motivated to deliver the best possible service to clinicians and patients Other Specific Requirements EssentialValid UK driving licenseResponsive, flexible and positive attitude to staff, external and internal situationsDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer detailsEmployer nameHampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustAddressRoyal Hampshire County HospitalRomsey RoadWinchesterSO22 5DGUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameHampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustAddressRoyal Hampshire County HospitalRomsey RoadWinchesterSO22 5DGUnited KingdomEmployer's website