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Millbrook Group Ltd; Theale; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Company van provided

Fuel card

33 days holiday

Pension

Life Assurance

Rewards scheme

Job summary

Millbrook Healthcare Group in Berkshire invites applications for a Community Equipment Technician to join the Theale Community Equipment Service Centre. The role involves delivery, installation and collection of equipment in customers’ homes and in care homes, hospitals and schools across Berkshire.

You'll load/unload heavy items, liaise with clients, and may service or repair equipment. A full UK driving licence is required; training is provided; on-call/OOH rota is included.

Qualifications

• Previous relevant experience is preferable; training will be provided.
• You must hold a full UK driving licence (minimum 2 years) with no more than 6 points.
• You must be able to load and unload goods, some may be heavy.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills are essential.
• Basic DIY skills are advantageous.
• Previous van driving experience would be beneficial.
• This role includes Same Days and OOH rota.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Customer service

Heavy lifting

DIY skills

Van driving experience

On-call rota

Job description

We are currently looking for a Community Equipment Technicianto join the team within our Theale Community Equipment Service

Centre in Berkshire.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.

As a Community Equipment Technician with us you will be responsible for the delivery, installation and collection of community

equipment within people’s homes and associated locations such as care homes, hospitals and schools across Berkshire. You may also

be involved in the servicing and repair of equipment.

• Previous relevant experience is preferable however full training will be provided
• You must hold a full UK driving licence (minimum2 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 skillsare advantageous
• Previous van driving experience would be beneficial
• This role will be part of Same Days and OOH rota

What can we offer you?

• 42.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday, plus on call rota
• All tools for the job given, including a uniform and company van provided for work purposes with fuel card
• 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

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

This role is working in a regulated activity and may be subject to a standard 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

£33,677 - £40,996 per annum (Incl. of HCAS)

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

£41,957 - £50,387 per annum (inc. of HCAS)

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust