Medical Engineering Technician

Medical Engineering Technician

The closing date is 26 July 2026.

The post holder will work as part of a diverse and multidisciplinary Medical Equipment Management Service team to ensure the safe use of medical devices across the Trust.

The post holder will carry out acceptance testing, servicing and repair of complex medical equipment and devices. They will take part in workshop rotas and timetables, and maintain records of all completed work timely and accurately on the comprehensive equipment management information technology system. Where necessary the post holder will undertake training in order to develop, upskill and fulfil the evolving needs of the role.

Training of clinical staff in the use of medical equipment will be required occasionally.

Maintain, test, repair, calibrate, and dispose of medical equipment, including fault diagnosis and safety checks. Provide technical advice and support to clinical staff, including training when required. Liaise with suppliers and contribute to equipment evaluation and incident investigations. Service and repair equipment in clinical areas and provide on‑site support. Maintain accurate records using IT systems and ensure data quality. Follow and improve quality procedures and manage workload and maintenance schedules.

Comply with health and safety requirements, identify risks, and support safe working practices. Assist with equipment movement and uphold confidentiality, Trust policies and professional standards.

The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust‑wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person‑centred, digitally‑enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King’s to another level.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone’s contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust’s carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

The Medical Engineering Technician post is a key role within the Medical Equipment Management Service (MEMS), providing essential technical support to ensure the safe, effective, and compliant use of medical devices across the Trust, with a particular focus on the Endoscopy and Diagnostic Centre  post holder will be responsible for the full lifecycle management of medical equipment, including acceptance testing, commissioning, routine servicing, fault diagnosis, repair, calibration, and disposal.

This role is critical in ensuring that medical devices are maintained to the highest safety and performance standards, directly supporting frontline clinical services and patient care.

The post holder will undertake planned preventative maintenance (PPM) in line with agreed schedules, ensuring equipment reliability and minimising the risk of failure or disruption to clinical activity. They will be required to diagnose and resolve complex technical faults using specialised test equipment and manufacturer service manuals, ensuring that all repairs are completed efficiently and in accordance with relevant standards and guidelines.

In addition, the role involves electrical safety testing and performance verification to ensure full compliance with regulatory and safety requirements.

A key aspect of the role is supporting clinical teams by attending clinical areas to carry out repairs and servicing, often within time‑sensitive environments. The post holder will provide technical advice to clinical users on the safe and…