Community Equipment Technician

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We are looking for a Community Equipment Technician to be based out of our East 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.

As a Community Equipment Technician you will be responsible for

* Responsible for carrying out repairs

* Responsible for carrying out installation of equipment

* Responsible for collection of community equipment

* To undertake pre-delivery inspection of all products and undertake the delivery and handover of equipment to a service user at

their home and/or other locations

About you

* Previous relevant experience is preferable

* Practical skills preferred and mechanical aptitude an advantage

* Qualification in electronics or engineering would be desirable or evidence of applying these within previous job role

* 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

* Previous van driving experience would be beneficial

* This role participates in an emergency on-call rota and so flexibility is required

What can we offer you?

* £26,436.80 per annum

* 40 hours per week, Monday and Friday 08:00-16:30 or Saturday to Wednesday 08:00-16:30

* Company van is provided for work purposes

* 25 days holiday (plus 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 an enhanced 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