Leeds Driver & Production Technician
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What you'll do
- Dismantle and prepare used surgical equipment for decontamination.
- Manually clean heavily contaminated instruments in line with work instructions.
- Load medical devices into washer disinfectors in accordance with quality procedures and manufacturer recommendations.
- Carry out quality inspections to ensure instruments are clean, safe, and fit for use.
- Assemble and package trays, sets, and supplementary items according to instrument count sheets.
- Check sterilised goods and associated process documentation.
- Load trays and equipment onto transport trolleys for dispatch.
- Safely transport surgical instruments and medical devices between the decontamination facility and customer hospitals.
- Load, unload, move, and handle instrument trays, trolleys, and containers safely.
- Ensure all goods are transported securely and arrive within strict healthcare delivery timescales.
- Carry out daily vehicle inspections and report any defects or maintenance requirements.
- Maintain vehicle cleanliness and hygiene standards.
What they're looking for
- A full UK driving licence.
- Driving experience and confidence driving as part of your role.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures accurately.
- Ability to work in a methodical and organised manner.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines.
- Good communication and customer service skills.
- Able to lift and move instrument trays, trolleys, and containers when required.
Summarised by NextRaise from the employer’s description, which follows in full below.
Full description from employer
You’re an important part of our future. Hopefully, we're also a part of your future! At B. Braun, we protect and improve the health of people worldwide. You support this vision, bringing expertise and sharing innovation, efficiency and sustainability as values. That’s why we would like to keep developing our company with you. Keeping your future in mind, we’re making a joint contribution to health care worldwide, with trust, transparency and appreciation. That's Sharing Expertise.
The Role
At Sterilog Pudsey, our decontamination facility plays a crucial role in the healthcare system by ensuring that surgical and medical equipment is delivered to hospitals in a clean and surgically safe condition.
As a Production Technician & Driver, you will play an essential part in the decontamination and distribution process. You will operate washer disinfectors, sterilisers, and other decontamination equipment, while also supporting the safe and timely transportation of surgical instruments, medical devices, and equipment between our facility and customer hospitals.
Location: B. Braun Sterilog, Richardshaw Road, Pudsey, LS28 6QW. Free parking available on site.
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 5:30am - 1:30pm
Salary: £25,272 per annum
Your Responsibilities:
Production & Decontamination
- Dismantle and prepare used surgical equipment for decontamination.
- Manually clean heavily contaminated instruments in line with work instructions.
- Load medical devices into washer disinfectors in accordance with quality procedures and manufacturer recommendations.
- Carry out quality inspections to ensure instruments are clean, safe, and fit for use.
- Assemble and package trays, sets, and supplementary items according to instrument count sheets.
- Check sterilised goods and associated process documentation.
- Load trays and equipment onto transport trolleys for dispatch.
Driving & Logistics
- Safely transport surgical instruments and medical devices between the decontamination facility and customer hospitals.
- Load, unload, move, and handle instrument trays, trolleys, and containers safely.
- Ensure all goods are transported securely and arrive within strict healthcare delivery timescales.
- Carry out daily vehicle inspections and report any defects or maintenance requirements.
- Maintain vehicle cleanliness and hygiene standards.
- Keep accurate vehicle, delivery, and transport records.
- Follow planned routes while adapting to changing traffic conditions and operational requirements.
- Act as a professional representative of B. Braun when visiting customer sites.
What You Need to Succeed:
- A full UK driving licence.
- Driving experience and confidence driving as part of your role.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures accurately.
- Ability to work in a methodical and organised manner.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines.
- Good communication and customer service skills.
- Able to lift and move instrument trays, trolleys, and containers when required.
Why Join B. Braun?
At B. Braun, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to healthcare while building a rewarding career with a global, family-owned organisation. We invest in our people through learning, development and long-term career opportunities, creating an environment where expertise is valued, ideas are encouraged and collaboration drives success. Whether you're looking to grow your career, expand your skills or make a genuine impact on patient outcomes, you'll be part of a team helping to shape the future of healthcare.
What We Offer:
Career Development
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Ongoing learning and development opportunities
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Long-term career opportunities within a global healthcare organisation
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Paid professional membership (where required)
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Opportunities to learn from experienced healthcare and industry professionals
Reward & Benefits
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Electric or hybrid company car (role dependent)
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Discretionary annual and quarterly bonus scheme
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7% employer pension contribution
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Life assurance at 3x salary
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Health Cash Plan
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Employee Assistance Programme
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Group income protection scheme
Wellbeing & Lifestyle
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27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
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Enhanced family-friendly and sick pay benefits
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Gym membership discounts
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Cycle to Work scheme
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Everyday Discounts and Blue Light Card savings
And much more.
Ready to Make an Impact?
Join a market-leading healthcare organisation where your expertise helps support healthcare professionals and improve patient care across the UK.
Apply today and become part of Team B. Braun. #WeAreTeamBB
Our Commitment to Inclusion
At B. Braun, we believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued and empowered to be themselves.
We want every candidate to have a positive recruitment experience. If you need support during the hiring process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best. Reasonable adjustments may include additional time for assessments, accessible interview arrangements or alternative interview formats.
Our Talent Acquisition Specialists are happy to discuss any support you may need throughout the recruitment process.
What to Expect
Our recruitment process is designed to help us get to know you, while giving you the opportunity to learn more about B. Braun, our culture and the role. While the process may vary depending on the position, it will typically include:
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Initial conversation with Talent Acquisition (30 minutes) – an opportunity to discuss your experience, career aspirations and interest in joining B. Braun.
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Hiring Panel interview (60 minutes) – a more detailed discussion about your skills, experience and how you could contribute to the team.
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Skills and role-related assessment(s) – an opportunity to showcase your expertise through activities relevant to the role.
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Final interview (if required) – an opportunity to meet additional stakeholders and gain further insight into the team, function and wider business.
Interviews may be conducted virtually, by telephone or in person, depending on the requirements of the role.
Apply now! We look forward to receiving your application! #WeAreTeamBB
At B. Braun, we believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone - regardless of background, identity, or ability - feels valued, respected and empowered.
Our recruitment practices reflect this commitment, ensuring equal opportunities for all. Our Recruitment Advisors are happy to support you with any questions or specific needs, you can find their contact details below. You can also request reasonable adjustments through our online form.
B. Braun Sterilog (Yorkshire) Ltd. | Sarona Perera | recruiting.bbmuk@bbraun.com
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