Radiotherapy Engineering Lead – Team & Innovation

Transformationunitgm; Preston; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Preston is seeking a Lead Radiotherapy Engineering Manager responsible for leading a team of engineers and apprentices in the Radiotherapy Physics Department. The role focuses on operational management, team leadership, and development of engineering workforce in line with service requirements. Candidates must have relevant engineering qualifications and extensive experience in radiotherapy equipment maintenance. The position offers a salary of £55,690 - £62,682 per annum with benefits and promotional opportunities.

Qualifications

• Degree, HND, HNC or high-level qualification in engineering or science.
• Recognised engineering apprenticeship or vocational qualification.
• Membership of IPEM or equivalent professional body.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers and apprentices in radiotherapy engineering operations.
• Oversee recruitment, staff management, and service delivery strategies.
• Manage Engineering input for research and development initiatives.

Skills

Diagnosis of complex faults

Communication across professional boundaries

Teaching and mentoring

Education

Degree in relevant engineering or science discipline

Registered Clinical Technologist (RCT)

Leadership/management qualification

Tools

Radiotherapy equipment

Quality management systems

Job description

A healthcare organization in Preston is seeking a Lead Radiotherapy Engineering Manager responsible for leading a team of engineers and apprentices in the Radiotherapy Physics Department. The role focuses on operational management, team leadership, and development of engineering workforce in line with service requirements. Candidates must have relevant engineering qualifications and extensive experience in radiotherapy equipment maintenance. The position offers a salary of £55,690 - £62,682 per annum with benefits and promotional opportunities.