Upholstery Technician

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a part time Upholstery Technician to provide essential fabric covering solutions for assistive technology equipment ( wheelchairs) manufactured in the Rehab Engineering workshop at Morriston Hospital.

This role will include the use of industrial sewing machines and incorporating techniques such as dart placement and pattern draping to manufacture fabric successful applicant will work alongside an experienced upholstery technician already in post.

The position is part time (15 hours per week). Flexible working patterns can be considered and discussed with individuals 3x 5hr days or 2x days. There is the potential for additional hours to meet service needs.

Main duties of the job

This is a unique opportunity to apply your sewing or upholstery knowledge and skills to improve the quality of life of people with disabilities. We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic and creative individual to join our multi-disciplinary team, providing solutions for the management of posture and pressure problems.

Practising both independently and as part of a team, you will design and fabricate a range of equipment, complex bespoke seating and cushion covers, posture support pads and mattress overlays to meet the specifications as defined by the clinical assessors.

You should have a relevant qualification in textile crafts manufacture or upholstery (or equivalent experience). Applicants will need to demonstrate their skills and knowledge in upholstery, tailoring or dressmaking. The applicant will need to be an effective communicator and team worker. The ability to work to deadlines and a flexible attitude is essential.

Interviews are planned for week commencing 19th August 2024

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

The Rehabilitation Engineering Unit (REU) provides services to meet the complex needs of patients requiring engineering solutions to their wheelchair seating, mobility and pressure ulcer care across South West Wales. The unit is situated within the Specialist Rehabilitation Centre at Morriston Hospital in Swansea, providing modern facilities and state-of-the-art technologies.

Job description

Job responsibilities

This role offers the chance to improve patient's quality of life through the manufacture of assistive technology, working in a friendly, supportive, and dynamic team of 20 staff. The REU team consists of Rehabilitation Engineers, Technicians, Clinical Scientists, Therapists, Nurses and Administrators who support the provision of assistive technology services to patients in the South West Wales region. REU continues to build on its award-winning reputation, delivering high quality, innovative patient care complemented by research and development activities linked with Universities in South Wales.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Relevant qualification/s

Experience

Essential

Experience in upholstery/sewing/tailoring/pattern taking

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