Field Technician (12-month fixed-term contract)
LocationUK - Field
Work modeon-site
Typecontract
SeniorityEntry
DepartmentService Engineering
EquityIncluded
Company size10,000+ people
PostedSep 8, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live19h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Previous experience in a technical repair, maintenance, service, or field technician role
Experience working with precision instruments and performing detailed tasks under a microscope
Ability to repair, maintain, and service equipment in line with internal, corporate, and external standards
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage inventory and prioritize workload effectively
Customer-focused mindset with excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment
Willingness to complete training and develop expertise across multiple product portfolios
Benefits
Bonus
Pension schemes
Stock options
Flexible vacation
Paid holidays
Paid volunteering hours
Private health insurance
Dental insurance
Income protection
Life assurance
Hybrid work
Training mentorship
Gym discounts
Bicycle scheme
Car scheme
Employee discounts
About the company
Life. Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.
About the role
Are you passionate about technical problem-solving, precision work, and delivering exceptional customer service? Join our team and help healthcare professionals keep critical medical equipment performing at its best.
As a Field Technician, you’ll play a key role in maintaining and repairing medical devices, supporting customers, and ensuring our equipment meets the highest quality and safety standards.
This is a 12-month fixed-term contract, with option for prolongation.
What will you be doing?
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Repair and maintain Smith+Nephew equipment in line with internal procedures, corporate guidelines, and relevant industry standards.
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Perform preventative maintenance (PM) activities for customers with service contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.
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Complete training and certification programs to become qualified to service equipment across multiple product franchises.
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Carry out precision instrument servicing, including working under a microscope and sharpening surgical instruments.
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Support the wider Service Engineering team in delivering and managing the preventative maintenance program.
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Manage personal inventory levels, perform scheduled stock cycle counts, and contribute to effective inventory control.
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Assist Operations Leads and Service Coordinators with inventory management activities.
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Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, hospital staff, and internal sales teams.
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Ensure service activities are completed efficiently, on time, and in a cost-effective manner.
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Meet and exceed individual performance targets and key performance indicators (KPIs).
What will you need to be successful?
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Previous experience in a technical repair, maintenance, service, or field technician role.
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Experience working with precision instruments and performing detailed tasks under a microscope.
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Ability to repair, maintain, and service equipment in line with internal, corporate, and external standards.
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Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
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Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage inventory and prioritize workload effectively.
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Customer-focused mindset with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
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Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
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Willingness to complete training and develop expertise across multiple product portfolios.
You. Unlimited.
We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our Strongest investments are in our people and patients we serve.
Inclusion and Belonging: Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about our Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (www.smith-nephew.com)
Benefits
Your Future: Generous annual bonus and pension Schemes, Save As You Earn share options.
Work/Life Balance: Flexible Vacation and Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Volunteering Hours, so we can give back to our communities!
Your Wellbeing: Private Health and Dental plans, Healthcare Cash Plans, Income Protection, Life Assurance and much more.
Flexibility: Hybrid Working Model (For most professional roles).
Training: Hands-On, Team-Customised, Mentorship.
Extra Perks: Discounts on Gyms and fitness clubs, Salary Sacrifice Bicycle and Car Schemes and many other Employee discounts.
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