Key tasks & Responsibilities Answering patient prescription ordering telephone line Determine accuracy of both hospital and GP prescriptions with regard to medication Provide independent information to patients with regard to medicines management and through assessment initiate further support/input from other healthcare professionals where appropriate Make independent decisions regarding prescribing issues in accordance with CCG guidelines where there is a range of possible options which impact on the prescribing budget Work with the partners to develop medicines guidelines and policies and deliver training and education on prescribing and therapeutics in general practice Implement procedural and service changes relating to prescribing to GP practice staff to ensure best practice is adopted in accordance with local guidelines and legislation Ensure the provision and distribution of information to the primary healthcare team including GPs, practice managers, practice and district nurses, local community pharmacists and their patients as necessary To link into local clinical governance structures to report on risk management issues relating to the prescribing process To establish and maintain an effective working relationship with practice staff and other healthcare professionals in order to influence prescribing behaviour according to local CCG policy To support the surgery in the planning and delivery of medicines management services To work within the full range of technical pharmacy and codes of practice and protocols in order to maximise pharmaceutical support. Assist in and perform other routine tasks related to patient care directed by GP Partners & managers Other tasks include: Nursing home Prescriptions monitoring prescription requests Appliance/wound care contractor request monitoring Prescription queries from healthcare professionals / More complex queries from healthcare professionals Daily queries/information requests from clinicians Daily queries from all outside agencies including patients Working with nursing homes- answering queries/checking compliance Discharge summaries - change of medication, adding new medication before checked by the clinicians and inform necessary people eg. Patients, Nursing/care homes, Pharmacies and where needed blister pack patients Patient advice Liaising with pharmacies for best practice Action any new guidelines from LSCMMG/CCG Paperwork: Discharges / Outpatient scripts or letters & add on new meds and change / Doses Participation in administrative systems in the Practice. At all times to maintain accurate clinical records. To attend and participate in practice education sessions. Confidentiality: In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately. In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description the post holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential. Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data. Health & Safety The post holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice health and safety policy including: Using personal security systems within the practice. Identifying risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks. Make effective use of training to update skills and knowledge. Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way free from hazards. Reporting potential risks identified. Personal/Professional Development The post holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment this will include: Participation in annual performance review including taking responsibility for maintaining own personal/professional development. Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work. Quality The post holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice and will Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk. Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions either directly or under supervision. Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions to improve and enhance the teams performance. Effectively manage own time, workload and resources. Work effectively with individuals from other agencies to meet patient needs. Safeguarding The practice is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults, but also service users and visitors to our services. All staff have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and adults. The post-holder in conjunction with the management will be responsible for ensuring they undertake the appropriate level of training relevant to their individual role and responsibilities and that they are aware of and work within the relevant safeguarding policies and procedures. The post-holder is expected to treat patients, and carers, care and compassion at all times, treating each person as an individual by offering a personalised service. The practice staff will adopt, behaviours and attitudes which promote, support and respect, privacy and dignity. Staff are expected to challenge poor practice in relation to dignity and treat each other with respect. The practice is committed to providing consistently excellent and safe patient-centred care for all those who access our services, through highly skilled, committed and compassionate staff working together. The practice does this by putting our patients at the centre of all that we do and providing the best quality care with passion and pride. All staff are required to advocate, champion, and demonstrate the practices vision and values. Communication The post holder should recognize the importance of effective communication within the team and strive to Communicate effectively with other team members. Communicate effectively with patients and carers Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly. Equity and Diversity The post holder will support the equity, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedure and policy. Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients carers and colleagues. Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, in non judgemental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights. Equal Opportunities You are required to comply with and maintain awareness of the practice Policies relating to Equal Opportunities.

Your role will include but is not limited to: Performing drug history and completing medicines reconciliation. Assessment of patients own medicines. Utilising Our award winning Pharmacy Whiteboard for daily prioritisation. Involvement in continuous improvement projects. Effective and timely ordering of patients medications. Patient counselling Providing essential, accurate discharge information to support the electronic discharge process at ward level Carry out final accuracy checking of prescriptions in the dispensary, on the ward and in our satellite pharmacies. Providing line management and leadership to Medicine Management Assistants. Providing training and mentorship to pharmacy trainees Management of chemotherapy planning, accuracy checking and dispatching of medication.

HGV Technician

Depot Location: Preston

Working Hours: Wednesday to Saturday
Wednesday = 1pm to 7pm
Thursday, Friday, Saturday = 7am to 7pm

Contract Type: Full time / Permanent role

Financial Package: £37,550 to 40k plus Plus Per Annum

Benefits Package:Ongoing training and development on new and emerging technology
Very strong pension scheme
Medical insurance
Retail / Holiday discounts
Bike to work scheme

My client, a well-established Truck & Trailer maintenance business is actively seeking to employ an HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter on a straight day shift.

Working in an established team of HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter, you will be required to undertake the following;

·Carry out thorough vehicle inspections in line with the 'O' licence requirements
·Carry out any repairs required that have been highlighted on the initial inspection
·General Servicing and MOT preparation
·Fault finding & diagnostics
·Updating all required paperwork / databases

The successful HGV HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter will have the following attributes;

·hold full industry qualifications and have served a recognised apprenticeship.
·Have detailed knowledge and understanding of Truck & Trailer Maintenance
·A commercial licence would be a distinct advantage for isn't essential
·Knowledge of Hydraulic and Electrical systems, maintenance and repair

To make an application for this exciting role, make an application via this advert or alternatively, call Russ at Autoskills on 07818581153 for further information.

Royal Mail is something special, a well–loved brand people can rightly be proud of. We have the assets, the infrastructure and the scale that others don’t, yet we are a big part of the communities we operate in, making billions of precious deliveries each year. Our people are at the heart of our business and are integral to helping us to utilise the latest technology and business approaches to optimise, automate and digitise our operations.

Job reference: 316734
Location: Preston Workshop

Are you looking for stability and variety in your next move? Join the largest, and greenest, fleet operator in the UK and take on a new challenge in a commercial vehicle workshop environment.

We’re recruiting an IMI Level 3 qualified mechanic at Preston Workshop on a Permanent contract, with the potential to earn over £70,000 per annum including overtime (shift depending).

Working Hours: Full time
- 39.5 hours per week (rotating shift pattern; week 1: 06:00
- 14:30 Mon -Frid, week 2: 6:00
- 14:30 Tues
- Sat and week 3: 13:00
- 21:30 Mon
- Frid). You will be required to work 1 in 3 Saturdays (with a weekday day off).
We also have a permanent Night Shift Available.

What’s in it for you?


- Salary: £38,114 plus a shift allowance of £84.06 per week when working the 13:00
- 21:30 shift. The Night shift attracts a weekly shift allowance of £126.06
- Additional weekend supplement on Saturday (£50 per shift) is applicable.
-     You may be eligible for a welcome bonus of £1,500*.
-     22.5 days annual holiday (plus bank holidays), rising with service and with the option to purchase more. 
-     An excellent company matched pension scheme and financial benefits.
-     The chance to develop your career, including a customised annual training and development plan. 
-     PPE and image clothing supplied (including overalls and steel toe capped boots).
-     Exclusive discounts on shopping, tech, travel, days out and socialising for you and the family.
-     The chance to work for the Environmental Fleet of the Year 2024.
- Payments are made in instalments and subject to terms and conditions.
A bit about the role

With a Fleet of over 49,000 vehicles, including traditional fuel and electric vehicles, LCVs and HGVs, maintaining our vehicles is a true team effort. We’re investing in modernising our fleet, giving you the opportunity to work on a variety of makes and models. There’s never been a better time to join Royal Mail as a Vehicle Technician.

- You’ll perform a full range of inspections, diagnostic, maintenance, and repair procedures on a range of vehicles, trailers, and mechanical equipment.
- You’ll use your own personal toolkit to undertake routine maintenance and repair light / heavy goods vehicles.
- You’ll also have access to specialist tooling and shared equipment in our modern, fully equipped workshops.
A bit about you

- Qualified mechanic: you’re fully qualified to an advanced level (IMI Level 3 in Light or Heavy vehicle or equivalent). You’ve got your own toolkit for standard repairs.
- Varied vehicle experience: Proven Vehicle Technician experience working on a wide range of vehicles, for example LCV / HGV.
- Valid UK driving licence: You hold a full manual UK driving licence.
- High working standards: you take pride in your work and do what is necessary to make sure the job is done effectively.
- Flexible to service demands: you’re able to work on a flexible shift rota. You’re always willing to support your team where necessary.
Interested? Click ‘Apply Now’ to make sure you don’t miss out of this fantastic opportunity.

Trust is the foundation of everything we do at Royal Mail. We aim to be transparent about the qualities we seek and build trust from the start of your journey with up. Your interview is the first step, and we want you to shine. To help you prepare, we’ll provide you your interview questions in advance. This ensures you can present your best examples. At Royal Mail Group, we value trust and our people.

Follow routine maintenance schedules and procedures for the grounds and gardens, vehicles and equipment across all the Hospital sites. Carry out planned preventative maintenance in accordance with Trust policies, procedures and schedules. Assist and support the Lead Grounds Maintenance Operative /Building Manager in undertaking day-to-day maintenance of the Hospital grounds, in a way which minimises risk to self, others and complies with relevant legislation, policies, procedures. Be competent in the use of all relevant tools and equipment and work within safety guidelines current legislation and manufacturers recommendations as necessary for the completion of reactive and planned works. Identify and prioritise own workload and actively complete all documentation in a timely manner. Assist with operational tasks within the waste recycling complex as and when required. On an ad-hoc basis undertake site cleanliness and litter picking duties across all sites. Safely and correctly prepare, clean, use and store securely equipment, tools, materials and work areas leaving them in a suitable condition for future use. Hold a valid current driving licence and safely and legally drives the Trusts vehicle fleet (Including the towing of trailers) as and when required. Actively take part in the on-call rota and attends site at short notice for snow/frost clearance during the months when inclement weather may prevail. Keep the sites tidy and generally free from the accumulation of litter, leaves and debris. Inspect landscaping, footpaths and trees on a weekly basis to identify defective or dangerous areas and rectify any faults or advise Lead Grounds Maintenance Operative. Undertake pesticide spraying in accordance with statutory guidance and regulations. Assist and support the Lead Grounds Maintenance Operative/ Building Manager in project work, surveys, and other similar duties.

HGV Technician

Depot Location: Preston

Working Hours: 4 on 4 off 6am to 6pm day shift £20.55ph

Contract Type: Full time / Permanent role

Financial Package: £46,500 to £48,000 Plus Per Annum

Benefits Package:Ongoing training and development on new and emerging technology
Very strong pension scheme
Medical insurance
Retail / Holiday discounts
Bike to work scheme

My client, a well-established Truck & Trailer maintenance business is actively seeking to employ an HGV Technician on a straight day shift.

Working in an established team of HGV Technician, you will be required to undertake the following;

·Carry out any repairs required that have been highlighted on the initial inspection
·General Servicing and MOT preparation
·Fault finding & diagnostics
·Updating all required paperwork / databases

The successful HGV HGV Technician will have the following attributes;

·hold full industry qualifications and have served a recognised apprenticeship.
·Have detailed knowledge and understanding of Truck & Trailer Maintenance
·A commercial licence would be a distinct advantage for isn't essential
·Knowledge of Hydraulic and Electrical systems, maintenance and repair

To make an application for this exciting role, make an application via this advert or alternatively, call Russ at Autoskills on 07818581153 for further information.

Contribute to the delivery of a safe and effective pharmacy service Use EMIS pharmacy stock control and patient medication record system Manage stock appropriately and contribute to stock management Accurately dispense prescriptions whilst minimising patient waiting times Maintain accurate records Ensure the safe and accurate issue of prescriptions Act as an accuracy checker Purchase, receive and store medicines Assist in dispensing and planning prescription deliveries Work effectively as part of the team to meet company targets Offer suggestions to improve working processes Maintain excellent working relationships with colleagues, health professionals and patients Participate in quality and/or clinical audit projects Contribute to the development and review of Standard Operating Procedures Provide cover for other Pharmacy Technicians, across sites, as appropriate Promote and maintain strong working and customer relationships with key stakeholders Maintain professional standards Observe confidentiality requirements Support the implementation of local and national medicines-related guidance Supervise the routine work of other staff and assist in activity/workload planning Provide leadership and act as a role model Carry out CPD and maintain GPhC Registration Train, coach and mentor new and existing members of the team Work within the Companys business and strategic plans

Contribute to the delivery of a safe and effective pharmacy service Use EMIS pharmacy stock control and patient medication record system Manage stock appropriately and contribute to stock management Accurately dispense prescriptions whilst minimising patient waiting times Maintain accurate records Ensure the safe and accurate issue of prescriptions Act as an accuracy checker Purchase, receive and store medicines Assist in dispensing and planning prescription deliveries Work effectively as part of the team to meet company targets Offer suggestions to improve working processes Maintain excellent working relationships with colleagues, health professionals and patients Participate in quality and/or clinical audit projects Contribute to the development and review of Standard Operating Procedures Provide cover for other Pharmacy Technicians, across sites, as appropriate Promote and maintain strong working and customer relationships with key stakeholders Maintain professional standards Observe confidentiality requirements Support the implementation of local and national medicines-related guidance Supervise the routine work of other staff and assist in activity/workload planning Provide leadership and act as a role model Carry out CPD and maintain GPhC Registration Train, coach and mentor new and existing members of the team Work within the Companys business and strategic plans

Lancashire Hospitals Services (Pharmacy) Ltd is delighted to be able to offer a vacancy for a Pharmacy Technician to come and join our fantastic team. The role is varied with opportunities to work in all three of our branches covering a range of tasks.

If you have never worked in a hospital setting before, please do not be discouraged from applying as full training will be provided. The team are friendly, helpful and by all working together, we deliver a service that we are proud of.

Please note full time hours are 36 hours per week worked over four days.

You will need to be enthusiastic, motivated and demonstrate a desire towards developing our services.

If all of the above applies to you and you would like to know more or come for a visit, please feel free to contact us to discuss further.

On a day to day basis, your duties will vary and help provide a high quality service to our patients whether this be provided customer service, dispensing/checking medicines or ordering and receiving pharmacy stock.

You will also develop positive working relationships with our fantastic colleagues and multidisciplinary team and be a valued member of the company.

Lancashire Hospitals Services (Pharmacy) Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. We provide the NHS Trust with the outpatient dispensing service at Royal Preston Hospital, Rosemere Centre (within Royal Preston Hospital) and Chorley and South Ribble District General Hospital.

If you have always aspired to work within a hospital setting and working alongside other highly motivated individuals, then you are going to love this role. We are offering an opportunity for you to join our friendly and dedicated team where you will learn, grow and flourish, supported all the way.

As a employee, you will enjoy a rewarding career by really making a difference. You'll work hard but be recognised for your contribution which includes having your registration feed paid and be able to keep a healthy work/life balance.
• Contribute to the delivery of a safe and effective pharmacy service
• Use EMIS pharmacy stock control and patient medication record system
• Manage stock appropriately and contribute to stock management
• Accurately dispense prescriptions whilst minimising patient waiting times
• Maintain accurate records
• Ensure the safe and accurate issue of prescriptions
• Act as an accuracy checker
• Purchase, receive and store medicines
• Assist in dispensing and planning prescription deliveries
• Work effectively as part of the team to meet company targets
• Offer suggestions to improve working processes
• Maintain excellent working relationships with colleagues, health professionals and patients
• Participate in quality and/or clinical audit projects
• Contribute to the development and review of Standard Operating Procedures
• Provide cover for other Pharmacy Technicians, across sites, as appropriate
• Promote and maintain strong working and customer relationships with key stakeholders
• Maintain professional standards
• Observe confidentiality requirements
• Support the implementation of local and national medicines-related guidance
• Supervise the routine work of other staff and assist in activity/workload planning
• Provide leadership and act as a role model
• Carry out CPD and maintain GPhC Registration
• Train, coach and mentor new and existing members of the team
• Work within the Company’s business and strategic plans




This advert closes on Sunday 15 Dec 2024

Lancashire Hospitals Services (Pharmacy) Ltd is delighted to be able to offer a vacancy for a Bank Pharmacy Technician to come and join our fantastic team. The role is varied with opportunities to work in all of our branches covering a range of tasks.

If you have never worked in a hospital setting before, please do not be discouraged from applying as full training will be provided. The team are friendly, helpful and by all working together, we deliver a service that we are proud of.

You will need to be enthusiastic, motivated and demonstrate a desire towards developing our services.

If all of the above applies to you and you would like to know more or come for a visit, please feel free to contact us to discuss further.

Please note: the interviews for this post are expected to take place the week commencing 6th January 2025.

On a day to day basis, your duties will vary and help provide a high quality service to our patients whether this be provided customer service, dispensing/checking medicines or ordering and receiving pharmacy stock.

You will also develop positive working relationships with our fantastic colleagues and multidisciplinary team and be a valued member of the company.

Lancashire Hospitals Services (Pharmacy) Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. We provide the NHS Trust with the outpatient dispensing service at Royal Preston Hospital, Rosemere Centre (within Royal Preston Hospital) and Chorley and South Ribble District General Hospital.

If you have always aspired to work within a hospital setting and working alongside other highly motivated individuals, then you are going to love this role. We are offering an opportunity for you to join our friendly and dedicated team where you will learn, grow and flourish, supported all the way.


• Contribute to the delivery of a safe and effective pharmacy service
• Use EMIS pharmacy stock control and patient medication record system
• Manage stock appropriately and contribute to stock management
• Accurately dispense prescriptions whilst minimising patient waiting times
• Maintain accurate records
• Ensure the safe and accurate issue of prescriptions
• Act as an accuracy checker
• Purchase, receive and store medicines
• Assist in dispensing and planning prescription deliveries
• Work effectively as part of the team to meet company targets
• Offer suggestions to improve working processes
• Maintain excellent working relationships with colleagues, health professionals and patients
• Participate in quality and/or clinical audit projects
• Contribute to the development and review of Standard Operating Procedures
• Provide cover for other Pharmacy Technicians, across sites, as appropriate
• Promote and maintain strong working and customer relationships with key stakeholders
• Maintain professional standards
• Observe confidentiality requirements
• Support the implementation of local and national medicines-related guidance
• Supervise the routine work of other staff and assist in activity/workload planning
• Provide leadership and act as a role model
• Carry out CPD and maintain GPhC Registration
• Train, coach and mentor new and existing members of the team
• Work within the Company’s business and strategic plans




This advert closes on Sunday 8 Dec 2024

HGV Technician

Depot Location: Preston

Working Hours: 4 on 4 off 6am to 6pm

Contract Type: Full time / Permanent role

Financial Package: £43,000 to £48,000 Per Annum (20.55ph)

Benefits Package:Ongoing training and development on new and emerging technology
Very strong pension scheme
Medical insurance
Retail / Holiday discounts
Bike to work scheme

My client, a well-established Truck & Trailer maintenance business is actively seeking to employ an HGV Technician on a day shift.

Working in an established team of HGV Technician, you will be required to undertake the following;

·Carry out thorough vehicle inspections in line with the 'O' licence requirements
·Carry out any repairs required that have been highlighted on the initial inspection
·General Servicing and MOT preparation
·Fault finding & diagnostics
·Updating all required paperwork / databases

The successful HGV HGV Technician will have the following attributes;

·hold full industry qualifications and have served a recognised apprenticeship.
·Have detailed knowledge and understanding of Truck & Trailer Maintenance
·A commercial licence would be a distinct advantage for isn't essential
·Knowledge of Hydraulic and Electrical systems, maintenance and repair

To make an application for this exciting role, make an application via this advert or alternatively, call Russ at Autoskills on 07818581153 for further information.

HGV Technician

Depot Location: Preston

Working Hours: Tuesday to Friday 6pm to 6am NIGHT SHIFT (other shifts also available days & nights)

Contract Type: Full time / Permanent role

Financial Package: £54,000 to £58,000 Per Annum (23.76ph)

Benefits Package:Ongoing training and development on new and emerging technology
Very strong pension scheme
Medical insurance
Retail / Holiday discounts
Bike to work scheme

My client, a well-established Truck & Trailer maintenance business is actively seeking to employ an HGV Technician on a night shift.

Working in an established team of HGV Technician, you will be required to undertake the following;

·Carry out thorough vehicle inspections in line with the 'O' licence requirements
·Carry out any repairs required that have been highlighted on the initial inspection
·General Servicing and MOT preparation
·Fault finding & diagnostics
·Updating all required paperwork / databases

The successful HGV HGV Technician will have the following attributes;

·hold full industry qualifications and have served a recognised apprenticeship.
·Have detailed knowledge and understanding of Truck & Trailer Maintenance
·A commercial licence would be a distinct advantage for isn't essential
·Knowledge of Hydraulic and Electrical systems, maintenance and repair

NEW MOTOR TRADE JOB
HGV Technician, Preston
Salary: £20 - £21.60 per hour + benefits

Are you a qualified HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / Commercial Technician looking for a new opportunity?

Do you have previous experience of working with HGVs, ideally, in the workshop environment as a HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / Commercial Technician?

My client is looking for an experienced HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / Commercial Technician to join their depot in Preston on a full-time permanent basis.

They are offering both dayshift and nightshift. Working either 4 on and 4 off, 42 hours per week. Or nights @ 45.25 hours per week.

This client is offering a £2500 joining bonus after you have passed your probationary period.

Send your CV today!

As an HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / Commercial Technician , you will:
• Performing major and minor repairs to heavy goods vehicles, trailers and other vehicles
• Performing regular inspection and general preventive maintenance services such as tyre rotation and oil changes
• Maintaining inventory in the workshop and cleanliness from oil spills and dust
• Working with repair teams to help diagnose and plan repairs for the vehicles
• Maintaining records of vehicles that have been repaired or handled
• Providing repair services to clients on the road in case of emergencies
• Completing relevant documentation and paperwork as required and providing warranty claims or escalating them to higher management

This role will be a great fit for you if:

• Industry qualifications achieved to a minimum of Level 3 Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or mechanical engineering (all modules completed) – Heavy Vehicle Qualification
• Previous working experience as an HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / Commercial Technician with a strong technical background
• You are confident using technology

To apply for this HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / Commercial Technician role, please get in touch with Katy at YOLO Recruitment.

Summary

Job Description for Instrument Technician:

There's never been a more exciting time to be part of the nuclear sector. New opportunities are being created all the time. At NNL, you'll be in the ideal place to capitalise on this momentum, face new challenges and develop a long, successful and meaningful career.

We're an organisation that's here to experiment and push the limits of what's possible. So, if you're keen to excel in your chosen field, this is the place to do it. Because at NNL, anything is possible.

To be part of the electrical and instrumentation engineering team for building maintenance and breakdown issues. Also, to support the installation and commissioning of improvement and customer projects.

The salary for this position will be determined based on the candidate's skills, qualifications and relevant experience.

Main Responsibilities

Main Responsibilities for Instrument Technician:

• Performing routine Examination, Inspection, Maintenance and Testing on plant and equipment including:
  • Calibration checks of field instrumentation.
  • Stroke test of pneumatic, hydraulic and motor-operated valves.
  • Loop-checks and troubleshooting.
  • Receipt verification and bench checks of instruments.
  • Interlocks, alarms and controls performance verification.
  • Installation inspection against design documentation.
  • Use of calibration and testing instruments to inspect, test and perform troubleshooting and diagnose faults.
  • Communicate design discrepancies and issues to the site supervisor / engineer.
  • Leading on resolving breakdown and recovery maintenance on plant instrumentation equipment.
  • Providing support to the installation, modification and commissioning of instrumentation equipment for project and improvement works.
  • Installation, modification and commissioning of instrumentation equipment.
  • Completing job reporting in accordance with site standards to ensure that a good quality maintenance history is recorded.
• Ensuring that:
  • Maintenance, breakdown and project tasks are always covered by an appropriate Safe System of Work (SSOW) and the requirements are always complied with.
  • Appropriate workplace standards are maintained at all times.

Ideal Candidate

Essential Criteria for Instrument Technician:

• Recognised apprenticeship in an instrumentation control engineering discipline.
• Demonstrable experience in maintenance of process plant and equipment.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and work with maintenance documentation.
• Evidence of self-motivation with demonstrable levels of drive, energy and resilience.
• Team player with effective communication skills.
• Flexible approach to learning new skills and self-development.
• Ability to obtain SC level security clearance (this includes but is not limited to identity, employment, financial and criminal record checks plus 5 years' worth of UK residency).

Desirable Criteria for Instrument Technician:

• IPAF 3a & 3b.
• CompEx Ex1 - Ex4 or IECEx equivalent.
• IET 18th Edition BS: 76761.

Why join us?

NNL isn't just a place where you can do career-defining work that makes a real-world impact. It's also a place where you'll feel appreciated and valued. We're creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is free to be themselves and feel like they belong. We put your wellbeing first, we push you to reach your potential, and we do everything possible to help you feel safe, supported and inspired.

We also offer a range of employee benefits:

• Sector leading Family-Focused Policies: celebrate life events, including enhanced maternity and paternity leave and a week off for your marriage.
• NNL offers attractive pension plans. If you contribute 5%, NNL contributes 15%. Alternatively, if you choose not to contribute (0%), NNL will still contribute 10%.
• Annual Leave: Benefit from 25.5 days of leave, plus 4 extra days to be taken during Christmas shutdown, plus Bank Holidays.
• Reduced gym membership with discounts of up to 25% from 3,700 gym and leisure providers across the UK
• Company Bonus: Be rewarded for your contributions.
• Learning Opportunities: Enhance your skills through excellent development programmes.
• Employee Assistance: Access support for personal and professional challenges.
• Cycle to Work: Stay active and eco-friendly.
• Life Assurance: Ensure peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
• Enhanced Sick Pay Benefits: Receive support during illness or injury.
• Access to 'Mydiscounts' which has a range of special offers and discounts from more than 200 suppliers, including medical insurance and dental insurance.
• Health Care: Health savings plan which allows you to claim money back on visits to the dentist, optician and/or physiotherapist (limits apply).

About The Company

NNL is an incredible place to work. A place where people do things that have never been done before. A place where people push boundaries to further themselves, the business and society as a whole.

This is a place where personal and professional opportunities are limitless. If you want to change the world, if you want to tackle climate change, if you want to help advance medical science, if you want to help put things in space, if you want to answer the big questions, if you want to work with extraordinary materials, if you want to meet great people, learn new skills, challenge yourself, work flexibly, and build a long successful career with the power to make a real impact… you can do it all here.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

NNL has a vision for Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (ED&I) where NNL aims to be an inclusive workplace that attracts diverse talent through transparent and equal policies and procedures. We want you and the diverse mix of people that we employ, customers that we service and stakeholders that we influence to feel valued. We encourage a workplace culture where everyone can thrive with a sense of belonging.

Recruitment Agency Notice

We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for the provision of recruitment services. Only agencies on our PSL may provide CVs and only when the role is released to them by our recruitment team. We will not accept unsolicited CVs from suppliers not currently on our PSL. We explicitly reserve the right to add candidate details from unsolicited CVs from non-PSL agencies into our own candidate database and to pursue/hire such candidate(s) without any obligation, financial or otherwise, to the agency concerned.

Royal Mail is something special, a well–loved brand people can rightly be proud of. We have the assets, the infrastructure and the scale that others don’t, yet we are a big part of the communities we operate in, making billions of precious deliveries each year. Our people are at the heart of our business and are integral to helping us to utilise the latest technology and business approaches to optimise, automate and digitise our operations.

Job reference: 316734
Location: Preston Workshop

Are you looking for stability and variety in your next move? Join the largest, and greenest, fleet operator in the UK and take on a new challenge in a commercial vehicle workshop environment.

We’re recruiting an IMI Level 3 qualified mechanic at Preston Workshop on a Permanent contract, with the potential to earn over £70,000 per annum including overtime (shift depending).

Working Hours: Full time
- 39.5 hours per week (rotating shift pattern; week 1: 06:00
- 14:30 Mon -Frid, week 2: 6:00
- 14:30 Tues
- Sat and week 3: 13:00
- 21:30 Mon
- Frid). You will be required to work 1 in 3 Saturdays (with a weekday day off).
We also have a permanent Night Shift Available.

What’s in it for you?


- Salary: £38,114 plus a shift allowance of £84.06 per week when working the 13:00
- 21:30 shift. The Night shift attracts a weekly shift allowance of £126.06
- Additional weekend supplement on Saturday (£50 per shift) is applicable.
-     You may be eligible for a welcome bonus of £1,500*.
-     22.5 days annual holiday (plus bank holidays), rising with service and with the option to purchase more. 
-     An excellent company matched pension scheme and financial benefits.
-     The chance to develop your career, including a customised annual training and development plan. 
-     PPE and image clothing supplied (including overalls and steel toe capped boots).
-     Exclusive discounts on shopping, tech, travel, days out and socialising for you and the family.
-     The chance to work for the Environmental Fleet of the Year 2024.
- Payments are made in instalments and subject to terms and conditions.
A bit about the role

With a Fleet of over 49,000 vehicles, including traditional fuel and electric vehicles, LCVs and HGVs, maintaining our vehicles is a true team effort. We’re investing in modernising our fleet, giving you the opportunity to work on a variety of makes and models. There’s never been a better time to join Royal Mail as a Vehicle Technician.

- You’ll perform a full range of inspections, diagnostic, maintenance, and repair procedures on a range of vehicles, trailers, and mechanical equipment.
- You’ll use your own personal toolkit to undertake routine maintenance and repair light / heavy goods vehicles.
- You’ll also have access to specialist tooling and shared equipment in our modern, fully equipped workshops.
A bit about you

- Qualified mechanic: you’re fully qualified to an advanced level (IMI Level 3 in Light or Heavy vehicle or equivalent). You’ve got your own toolkit for standard repairs.
- Varied vehicle experience: Proven Vehicle Technician experience working on a wide range of vehicles, for example LCV / HGV.
- Valid UK driving licence: You hold a full manual UK driving licence.
- High working standards: you take pride in your work and do what is necessary to make sure the job is done effectively.
- Flexible to service demands: you’re able to work on a flexible shift rota. You’re always willing to support your team where necessary.
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Trust is the foundation of everything we do at Royal Mail. We aim to be transparent about the qualities we seek and build trust from the start of your journey with up. Your interview is the first step, and we want you to shine. To help you prepare, we’ll provide you your interview questions in advance. This ensures you can present your best examples. At Royal Mail Group, we value trust and our people.