Decontamination Supervisor (m/f/d)
Dundee, GB, DD2 1UB
Decontamination Supervisor
KARL STORZ is one of the world’s leading suppliers of medical equipment for minimally invasive surgery. Since its beginnings in 1945, KARL STORZ has established itself worldwide as an international and highly regarded company in the production and sale of medical instruments and devices.
The family-owned company KARL STORZ applies tradition and experience to think about tomorrow, today. The company caters for future trends with sophisticated products, services and processes that systematically support our global activities. Our commitment to performance and professionalism means we can guarantee both user and patient the ideal solution. In doing so, we secure and create top-quality jobs in all our corporate locations.
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Decontamination Supervisor to join our Dundee operation. This is a key role responsible for ensuring the safe, compliant, and effective decontamination of reusable surgical instruments and endoscopes, supporting patient safety and regulatory compliance.
Working within an ISO 13485:2016 Quality Management System, you will carry out and oversee decontamination activities in line with approved procedures, manufacturer instructions for use (IFUs), and relevant Health Technical Memoranda (HTM 01‑01/06). You will also play an important role in audit readiness, documentation control, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out decontamination, cleaning, inspection, assembly, storage, and internal distribution of reusable surgical instruments and endoscopes
- Ensure decontamination processes follow HTM 01‑01/06, IFUs, and internal quality procedures
- Perform and record routine equipment checks, maintenance activities, and process testing
- Monitor and review biological and chemical wash parameters, escalating deviations or non‑conformances
- Maintain accurate, complete, and traceable records in line with ISO 13485 requirements
- Support audit and inspection readiness through robust documentation and process control
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping, infection prevention, and health & safety
- Monitor stock levels of consumables and escalate shortages or service risks
- Provide technical guidance and support to relevant stakeholders within scope of competence
Health, Safety & Quality
- Comply with all Health & Safety policies, including daily manual handling activities
- Ensure adherence to Quality, Environmental, and Infection Prevention procedures
- Support continuous improvement and compliance within the decontamination facility
Job Type: Full time/ Permanent
Schedule:
- 35 hour shift
- Monday-Friday
Work Location: Office based in Dundee
Your Benefits
- 34 days holiday (inclusive of public holidays)
- Generous Pension
- Private Medical
- Medical cash back scheme
- Company sick pay
- Life Assurance
- Critical illness and income protection (service requirements apply)
- Perkbox benefits platform