Community Equipment Technician

Millbrook Group Ltd; Littlehampton; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare equipment provider in Littlehampton is seeking a Community Equipment Technician. Your role will involve delivering, installing, and collecting equipment within homes and care facilities. Candidates should have customer service skills and hold a valid UK driving licence. This position offers a salary of £28,571.40 plus benefits, with training provided for those lacking experience.

Benefits

Up to 33 days holiday

Company Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Rewards scheme with discounts

Qualifications

• Previous relevant experience is preferable but training will be provided.
• You must hold a full UK driving licence.
• Ability to load and unload heavy goods.

Responsibilities

• Delivery, installation and collection of community equipment.
• Servicing and repair of equipment as needed.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Communication skills

Basic DIY skills

Van driving experience

Job description

Overview

We are currently looking for 2x Community Equipment Technicians to join the team within our West Sussex Community Equipment Service Centre. This position plays a crucial role in helping to transform the lives of those in need.

As a healthcare equipment provider, Millbrook Healthcare 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.

Responsibilities

• Delivery, installation and collection of community equipment within people’s homes and associated locations such as care homes, hospitals and schools across West Sussex.
• You may also be involved in the servicing and repair of equipment.

Requirements

• Previous relevant experience is preferable however full training will be provided
• You must hold a full UK driving licence (minimum 3 years) with no more than 6 points
• You must be able to load and unload goods, some of which may be heavy
• Excellent customer service and communication skills are essential
• Due to the adaptations side of the role, basic DIY skills are advantageous
• Previous van driving experience would be beneficial
• This role will be part of Same Days and OOH rota involving cover at weekends

What we can offer

• £28,571.40 + £1,053 45 Hour FTE Allowance
• 45 hours per week - Tuesday to Saturday 07:00am-17:00pm
• Company van is provided for work purposes
• 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

About Millbrook Healthcare

Millbrook Healthcare Group 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.

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

Compliance

This role is working in a regulated activity and may be subject to a DBS disclosure, satisfactory references 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