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Posted 27 July, 2026

Maintenance Engineer

Reed
Chessington, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Maintenance Engineer

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  • Annual Salary: Competitive (to be discussed)
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  • Location: Multiple sites, travel required
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  • Job Type: Full-time
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Join a leading organisation in surgical instrument sterilisation as a Maintenance Engineer. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on our national health service by ensuring the highest standards of infection prevention. If you are passionate about making a difference and have a background in engineering, this could be the perfect role for you.

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Day-to-day of the role:

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  • Maintain and repair all plant and machinery to ensure uninterrupted service provision.
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  • Oversee the work of contract and service engineers.
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  • Conduct weekly tests on sterilisers/washers in accordance with CfPP guidelines.
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  • Communicate any changes in machine cycle profiles and maintenance needs to the National Maintenance Manager.
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  • Ensure all machinery is serviced prior to quarterly and annual validation.
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  • Schedule yearly validation of plant equipment.
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  • Ensure compliance with the Medical Devices Directive for all machinery and equipment.
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  • Maintain validation/calibration certification required for MDD registration.
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  • Manage the spare parts and tools store, advising on stock level replenishment.
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  • Perform preventative maintenance and inspections as scheduled, supporting the quality management system.
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  • Participate in an on-call rota and be willing to travel to other sites within the Group.
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  • Contribute to continuous improvement and best practice within the sterile processing team.
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Required Skills & Qualifications:

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  • Apprentice-trained engineer or equivalent qualification.
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  • Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience in Facilities or Manufacturing.
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  • Mechanical or electrical training/qualification.
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  • Full UK Driving License (maximum 3 points).
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Benefits:

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  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
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  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
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  • Active participation in a company that values innovation and continuous improvement.
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  • Involvement in a critical sector that directly contributes to public health.
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To apply for this Maintenance Engineer position, please submit your CV or Call for a confidential chat