Sterile Services Operational Manager

CV-LibraryHarrow, Greater LondontemporaryPosted: 3 September 2026
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Good Afternoon,

I am currently representing Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 3-6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate which is negotiable dependent upon experience

We are looking for a Sterile Services Operational Manager this role will be based at: HA7 4LP

The right candidate will:

* Lead the organisation-wide decontamination of surgical instruments, endoscopes and medical devices.

* Take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Theatre Sterile Services Unit (TSSU).

* Act as the Trust’s Decontamination Lead.

* Manage the cost-effective purchase, decontamination and management of surgical instruments, endoscopes and clinical medical devices.

* Provide professional advice, leadership and guidance on strategic decontamination issues across the Trust.

* Act as an expert resource for staff on decontamination matters.

* Prepare business cases, reports, Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and funding bids.

* Participate in management meetings, reviews and relevant Trust committees.

* Contribute to the Infection Control Committee, Medical Device Procurement and Executive Decontamination Committee.

* Lead the development and implementation of an effective decontamination management framework.

* Ensure decontamination services support the strategic direction and objectives of the Trust.

* Provide expert advice to the Executive Team, Trust Board and Divisional Leadership Teams on decontamination issues.

We require the following:

* Extensive management experience within Sterile Services, a Theatre complex or comparable environment.

* Experience of leading and developing teams.

* Experience of change management.

* Membership of the Institute of Decontamination Sciences or willingness to undertake membership.

To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)

If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.

IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.

Look forward to speaking with you soon

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