Community Equipment Technician

Millbrook Healthcare; Kemp Town Estate; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Rewards scheme

Job summary

Millbrook Healthcare is hiring a Community Equipment Technician to deliver, install and collect community healthcare equipment across East Sussex, including care homes, hospitals and schools. You may also assist in servicing and repair of equipment, with heavy lifting and load/unload duties as part of the role.

The role requires a full UK driving licence and offers a supportive environment with training. Regular weekend on-call rota and 42.5 hour week are part of the schedule; a pension, life

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driving licence (minimum 2 years).
• Excellent customer service and professional communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver, install and collect community equipment in customers' homes and associated locations.
• Inspect, service or repair equipment as needed.
• Load and unload goods; assist with heavy items.
• Provide high standard of customer service and clear communication.

Skills

Driving licence

Customer service

Communication

Heavy lifting

Job description

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.

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)
• Previous van driving experience is preferable
• 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.