Synergy Health (UK) Limited
Maintenance Engineer, IMS
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Maintenance Engineer, IMS
Maintenance Engineer – Infection Prevention (IP) Sites – How You Will Make a Difference
About Steris IP
At Steris IP, we are the trusted experts in surgical instrument sterilisation, delivering on-site and off-site re-processing services alongside dependable instrument maintenance solutions. Our diverse and skilled teams leverage cutting-edge technology to ensure the highest standards of infection prevention for our customers within the UK’s National Health Service (NHS).
We are now recruiting for a Maintenance Engineer role to support our IP Sites at a professional level. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Working Hours
- Monday to Friday: 08:00–16:30
- On-call rota: Required
The Role & Responsibilities
Core Duties
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Maintenance & Repair: Ensure all plant and machinery are maintained and repaired to sustain uninterrupted sterilisation and cleaning services.
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Supervision & Coordination: Oversee the work of contract and service engineers, ensuring adherence to operational processes.
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Compliance & Validation: Conduct weekly tests on sterilisers/washers in accordance with CfPP (Commissioning and Qualification of Process Plant) guidelines. Report any changes in machine cycle profiles and related maintenance requirements to the National Maintenance Manager.
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Preventive Maintenance (PPM): Ensure all machinery is serviced prior to quarterly and annual validation activities. Coordinate scheduling for yearly validation of plant equipment.
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Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with the Medical Devices Directive (MDD) and maintain all necessary:
- Validation documentation
- Calibration certification
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Inventory Management: Maintain an organised spare parts and tools store, advising the National Maintenance Manager on stock replenishment timelines.
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Scheduled Maintenance: Perform PPM (Preventative Maintenance) activities, including weekly maintenance and inspections, as outlined in the company’s plant maintenance schedule (aligned with quality management systems).
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On-call Support: Participate in an on-call rota to respond to urgent maintenance issues.
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Site Travel: Travel to other sites and Group locations may be required as needed.
Key Contributions
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Sterile Processing Team Engagement: Actively contribute to the sterile processing team, proposing innovations, continuous improvement initiatives, and adherence to best practice.
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Staff Development & Training: Engage in personal and-team training initiatives to uphold high standards of technical excellence.
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Performance Management: Participate in the Synergy Health Performance Management System.
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Required Experience & Qualifications
✅ Must meet the following criteria:
- Engineering Apprenticeship trained or equivalent qualification.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Facilities or Manufacturing (engineering-focused).
- Mechanical or electrical qualified/technician background.
- Full UK Driving Licence with a maximum of 3 penalty points.
(Length of service, qualifications, or prior experience in a similar NHS/clean utility setting is advantageous but not strictly mandatory.)
Equal Opportunities
STERIS plc offers employment opportunities based on merit, skills, and abilities, with no discrimination against:
- Age
- Disability
- Gender reassignment
- Marriage or civil partnership
- Pregnancy or maternity
- Race or ethnicity
- Religion or belief
- Sex (gender)
- Sexual orientation
- Any other protected characteristic under UK employment law.
About Steris
We are a leading global provider of innovation-driven healthcare and life sciences solutions, with a profound focus on infection prevention. By helping customers create a healthier, safer world, we empower the NHS and healthcare partners to deliver uncompromising patient care.
Discover more at – We strive to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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