Trainee Technician

AM Healthcare Group; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare service provider is seeking a skilled Workshop Technician in Exeter. This role involves manufacturing bespoke prosthetic and orthotic devices with an emphasis on quality control and collaboration with healthcare professionals. Candidates should possess excellent practical skills, attention to detail, and be capable of working in a team. The position offers a competitive salary and various employee benefits such as an extensive holiday allowance and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive market salary

Incremental holiday allowance starting at 35 days

Death in Service Benefit

Refer a Friend incentive scheme

Enhanced Family Leave/Pay

Continuing professional development

Qualifications

• Effective working within a team environment.
• Capable of meeting the physical requirements of the job.
• Experience using tools and workshop equipment.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture high-quality jobs tailored to individual patient needs.
• Maintain a safe and organized workshop environment.
• Collaborate with clinicians and technical colleagues.

Skills

Effective team working

Attention to detail

Excellent practical skills

Good organizational skills

Flexible and helpful attitude

Education

Good standard level of education

Technical Qualification or Experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled and ambitious Workshop Technician to join our team in Exeter. Exeter Mobility Centre is a leading Orthotic and Prosthetic service, delivering expert care and innovative solutions to improve mobility and independence. Our integrated team of clinicians, administrators, and skilled technicians work together to provide a seamless patient experience. With on-site manufacturing and a dedicated workshop of 9 technicians, we design and produce bespoke prosthetic and orthotic devices tailored to individual needs ensuring quality and precision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manufacture high-quality jobs tailored to individual patient needs.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organised workshop environment in line with health and safety standards.
• Manage stock and materials effectively, including accurate booking out and monitoring usage.
• Collaborate closely with clinicians and technical colleagues to ensure successful patient outcomes.
• Ensure quality control and timely delivery of all manufactured devices to meet service standards.

Skills and Experience:

Essential:

• Effective working within a team.
• Capable of meeting the physical requirements of the job.
• Excellent practical skills and experience of using tools and workshop equipment.
• Good organisational skills.
• Willingness to learn new processes.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Flexible and helpful attitude.

Desirable:

• Good understanding of Health and Safety and COSHH.
• Good understanding of stock and material handling.
• Previous technical and workshop experience.
• A sound working knowledge of IT systems: including Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• No formal qualifications are required for this post, but a good standard level of education, alongside demonstrated transferable skills.

Desirable:

• Technical Qualification or Experience.

What we Offer:

• Competitive market salary
• Incremental holiday allowance stating at 35 days, increasing to 41 days with length of service (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Death in Service Benefit (3x basic salary)
• Refer a Friend incentive scheme
• Enhanced Family Leave/Pay
• Recognition schemes
• Continuing professional development

Why Join Us?

At AM Healthcare Group, we are dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals who rely on mobility and accessibility solutions. As an international group of companies, we provide innovative products and services that make a real difference in people’s daily lives.We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer with a firm commitment to diversity and inclusion across all areas of our organisation. As a Disability Confident Employer, actively welcome applications from individuals of all abilities. If you require any support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to get in touch.We are also a proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, and we encourage applications from veterans, reservists, and members of the wider armed forces community.

How to Apply:

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the position to [e-mail]. Alternatively, you can apply directly through our website – www.amhealthcaregroup.com/careers.

Eligibility to Work in the UK:

Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.