Community Equipment Technician

Millbrook Group Ltd; Brighton; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Rewards scheme – 200+ perks and perks

Job summary

Millbrook Healthcare Group is seeking a Community Equipment Technician based at our Brighton Service Centre to deliver, install and collect community healthcare equipment at homes and other locations across East Sussex. You may also assist with servicing and minor repairs, leveraging your customer service skills in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a full UK driving licence and provides training, with a 42.5-hour week, a 29,393 GBP annual salary, and benefits including a company

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence (minimum 2 years)
• Able to load and unload goods, some of which may be heavy
• Excellent customer service and professional communication skills
• Basic DIY skills advantageous
• 1 in 4 weekend rota & emergency on-call rota, so flexibility is required

Responsibilities

• Deliver, install and collect community healthcare equipment to patients in homes and other sites across East Sussex.
• Load and unload equipment safely; assist with servicing and repair when needed.

Skills

Valid driving licence

Heavy lifting

Customer service

Basic DIY

Flexible weekend/on-call rota

Job description

We are currently looking for a Community Equipment Technician to join the team at our Brighton Community Equipment Service Centre. You'll be working as part of an engaged and motivated team for a company that is committed to reward and recognition for a job well done.

As a Community Equipment Technician with us you will be responsible for the delivery, installation and collection of community healthcare equipment within people’s homes and associated locations such as care homes, hospitals and schools across East Sussex. You may also be involved in the servicing and repair of equipment.

Millbrook Healthcare Group work in partnership with the NHS to supply the necessary equipment and aids to support people in their day to day life. Our community equipment ranges from simple walking frames and crutches to more complex equipment such as beds, hoists and pressure care equipment. We also carry out minor adaptations such as the installation of handrails and grab rails within the home which can make a significant impact in giving people the confidence to live more independently.

We are an inclusive and caring employer who understand that not everyone’s job needs are the same. Therefore we are open to supporting flexible working requests such as part time working, job shares and flexible hours wherever possible, to support our colleagues life style differences. So please feel free to let us know of any specific requirements you may have and these can then be discussed in more detail if you are successful in your application.

About you:

• - Previous relevant experience within a fast paced environment is preferable however full training will be provided
• - You must hold a full UK driving licence (minimum 2 years)
• - You must be able to load and unload goods, some of which may be heavy
• - Excellent customer service and professional communication skills are essential
• - Due to the adaptations side of the role, basic DIY skills would be advantageous
• - 1 in 4 weekend rota & emergency on call rota so flexibility is required

What can we offer you?

• - £29,393 per annum
• - 42.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 08:00am - 17:00pm - plus rota Saturdays
• - Up to 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) plus optional 5 unpaid days
• - Company Pension Scheme
• - Life Assurance
• - A rewards scheme – 200+ exclusive perks and discounts from leading retailers and leisure outlets

Our ambition at Millbrook Healthcare is to become the leading provider in the assisted living sector whilst ensuring our core company values ‘CARES’ remain unchanged. We are always looking to recruit hard working and talented individuals to become a part of our ongoing growth and success. You’ll enjoy all the support and encouragement you need to reach your own potential and develop a rewarding career along the way.

Care and respect for our colleagues and service users

Accountable and proud

Ready to learn and grow

Enhance our service users’ lives

Socially responsible, ethical and transparent

This role is working in a regulated activity and may be subject to a DBS disclosure and social media screening.

No terminology in the advert you have seen is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we will gladly accept applications from all sections of the community.