Prosthetic Technician - DMRC - Stanford Hall in Loughborough

Blatchford is a multi-award winning, global manufacturer of some of the world's most advanced prosthetic technology, bespoke seating solutions and orthotic devices. Our evidence-based approach and commitment to continuously challenge possibilities ensures our mobility solutions prioritise the wellbeing and long-term health of our users. Through science, technology, and maintaining a clear focus on people, we make mobility possible. We are proud to be the sole provider of Prosthetic and Orthotics services for the Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre at Standford Hall.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Prosthetic Technician to join our small team at this unique facility.

The role involves working alongside a highly skilled, multi-disciplinary team to manufacture, repair, and adjust a range of bespoke prosthetic products to ensure our Military Service Personnel receive the fastest access to rehabilitation.

Key duties:

• Manufacturing and repairing prosthetic limbs as instructed.
• Liaising closely with the prosthetist to ensure manufacture, repair or maintenance of the prosthesis is matched to the patient's individual requirements.
• Liaising with other technical staff to ensure work is completed consistently, efficiently and accurately within deadlines.
• Assisting with training of new staff or placement students.
• Attending team meetings to discuss and actively contribute to meeting operational requirements and service improvements.
• Liaising closely with Technician Leads with Personal Development Reviews and implementation of training plans for the technicians.
• Developing and maintaining good working relationships with prosthetic and technical teams, therapists, Consultants and other MoD colleagues.

What are we looking for?

As Prosthetic Technician, you will have the following key skills:

• Good standard of numeracy and literacy.
• Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Practically minded and methodical.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to demonstrate great attention to detail.
• Focused and flexible approach.
• Ability to work to varying deadlines and timescales.
• A reliable team player.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to maintain high standards when working to changing deadlines and timescales.

What can we offer you?

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary.
• 25 days holiday (Pro Rata) - increased after service.
• Option to purchase additional holiday.
• On demand pay.
• Pension.
• Health cash plan.
• Discounted shopping/leisure activity vouchers.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Opportunity to be part of an award-winning organisation with a culture that centres around our core values; courage, learning, integrity, collaboration, and innovation. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a highly skilled and experienced team, working within a unique environment.