Maintenance Technician

Westmorland and Furness council; Penrith; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking skilled Maintenance Technicians to join their Community Equipment Service. The role involves service and repair activities to ensure quality equipment for clients. Candidates should have a Level 2 qualification in Engineering Maintenance or equivalent experience, along with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality care. Enjoy benefits like a competitive pension scheme and enhanced annual leave.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Various perks and discounts

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a Level 2 qualification in Engineering Maintenance.
• Understanding of health and safety practices is essential.
• Commitment to high-quality care for customers is required.

Responsibilities

• Undertake service and repair activities for quality equipment.

Skills

Engineering Maintenance

Health and Safety Practices

Effective Communication

Education

Level 2 qualification in Engineering Maintenance and Installation

Job description

About this opportunity

We’re looking for skilled Maintenance Technicians to join our Community Equipment Service within Adult Social Care, with opportunities to work on a zero-hours basis or as a full-time team member.

Westmorland and Furness Council's Community Equipment Service collaborates with partner organisations like the NHS to deliver, install, and maintain equipment that helps individuals stay active, comfortable, and independent at home.

As a Maintenance Technician, your role will involve undertaking a range of service and repair activities to ensure the provision of quality equipment.

Who we are looking for…

We seek candidates with a Level 2 qualification in Engineering Maintenance and Installation or equivalent experience in a relevant field. A good understanding of health and safety practices, confidentiality, and effective communication is essential, along with a commitment to providing high-quality care to our customers.

Our vision in Adult Social Care is “People living in a place they call home with the people and things they love, in communities where they look out for one another, doing the things that matter to them.”

We are looking for individuals who share our passion and drive to bring this vision to life.

What can we offer you?

Working at Westmorland and Furness Council, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave, and various perks and discounts. For more information about working with us and the benefits we offer, please visit our Careers site: Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk).