Visa Note
Although this employer offers a Certificate of Sponsorship, applicants must verify their eligibility to work in the UK with the employer before applying. Immigration requirements can change, and it’s essential to confirm that you meet all necessary criteria for skilled worker sponsorship.
Job Details
Company: Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Location: ALAS Posture & Mobility Centre
Salary: £25,313 to £26,999 a year per annum
Schedule: Full-time
Employment Type: Permanent
Language: English
Education: Experience
Experience: Qualifications
Essential Qualification: Direct contact with people on a daily basis.
Desirable Qualification: Experience working with wheelchairs in a technical capacity.
Essential Experience: NVQ Level 3 or equivalent technical Qualification
Application Deadline: The closing date is 12 January 2026
Employer Website: https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/
Apply via NHS Jobs website.
Employer Offers Certificate of Sponsorship: Certificate of Sponsorship
About the Role
This role is within ALAS Posture & Mobility Service based within Treforest Industrial Estate. The postholder will work within the community repairing wheelchairs and will be provided with a UHB vehicle. We are looking for two individuals who are self-motivated, organised, and team players.
The successful candidates will need to be patient-focused, ensuring the best service is provided to our service users. A clean driving license is required as the role will involve daily driving around South Wales. NVQ Level 3 or equivalent technical qualification is essential, as well as having the ability to use a range of engineering tools.
The two roles are full-time posts working Monday to Friday. However, due to the nature of the role, the successful candidates will need to be part of the out-of-hours emergency repair service. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main Duties of the Job
The main duties of the Field Service Engineer post are as follows:
- The repair and adjustment of wheelchairs, including the fitting of wheelchair components.
- To undertake visits to the homes of patients across South Wales and will therefore need to hold a full driving license and be aware of lone worker issues.
- To carry out administrative functions to support the clinical and technical team, that will include necessary administration, loading and unloading equipment, checking equipment prior to fittings, and monitoring van stock.
- To be part of the out-of-hours emergency repair service.
- To assess and diagnose faults in Posture and Mobility equipment and undertake appropriate repairs in the community to ensure that the equipment is functional and safe for patient use.
- Carry out basic programming/diagnostics of powered wheelchairs.
- Demonstration and adjust the setup of the wheelchair and accessories in the patient’s own home/community or school, under the clinical guidance and direction of the Senior Clinician/Technicians.
- Responsible for the fitting of special accessories at the clinic or in the person’s own home/place of residence/school within a specified range under instructions from senior clinical/technical staff.
- To be flexible with time management if providing an on-call out-of-hour’s service as required.
About the Employer
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff and providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer.
Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focused on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is “Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together,” and our vision is that every person’s chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential:
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent technical Qualification
- Educated to GCSE level
Experience
Essential:
- Direct contact with people on a daily basis.
- Willing to receive training
Desirable:
- Experience working with wheelchairs in a technical capacity.
- Experience of working with people with a disability.
Skills
Essential:
- Ability to use a computer.
- Ability to safely use a range of engineering tools, good practical abilities.
- Communication skills.
Desirable:
- Qualification in a practical skill(s)
Special Knowledge
Desirable:
- Working in a wheelchair or related service.
Personal Qualities
Essential:
- Enthusiastic.
- Committed approach.
- Adaptable.
- Flexible.
- Good team player.
Other
Essential:
- Full driving license.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.
Employer Details
Employer name: Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Address: ALAS Posture & Mobility Centre, Taffs Fall Road, Treforest Industrial Estate, Treforest, CF37 5TF
Employer’s website: https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/
Contact Information
For questions about the job, contact:
Name: Nigel Davies (Technical Manager)
Email: nigel.davies5@wales.nhs.uk
Phone: 01443661717
How to Apply
Apply via NHS Jobs website.
For international applicants:
- Verify your visa eligibility with the employer before applying
- Prepare your CV and supporting documents
- Be prepared to discuss your technical qualifications and experience
- Contact Nigel Davies if you have questions about the sponsorship process
Supporting Documents
The following documents are available for download:
- Job description.pdf (PDF, 781 KB)
- PS.docx (DOCX, 84 KB)
- OH Form.docx (DOCX, 100 KB)
Privacy Notice
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board’s privacy notice can be viewed here: https://nwssp.nhs.wales/ourservices/employment-services/employment-services-documents/service-privacy-notices-gdpr/nwssp-recruitment-services-privacy-notice/