Job summary As an Equipment Installation Technician, you will follow the guidance of an Occupational Therapist to install and construct standard and bespoke minor aids and adaptations to ensure vulnerable people in Hampshire can live independently. You will receive full training and support to enhance your practical skills. If you are unsure whether your experience matches what we are looking for, please do not hesitate to get in touch. Main duties of the job What you will do: Install, repair and collect standard and specialist equipment in service users homes across Hampshire. Demonstrate how to safely operate, maintain and clean equipment to service users, carers and healthcare professionals. Efficiently manage and schedule your own workload. Lift and move equipment weighing up to 25KG. What we are looking for: A valid full UK driving licence. General knowledge of building skills, operating small workshop machinery and power tools, fixing methods and fault-finding techniques. Commitment to demonstrating our values and behaviours, showing compassion, empathy and respect. Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills. Physically able to undertake the moving and handling of equipment up to 25KG. Working Patterns The working hours for this position follow a current pattern of Monday Friday, 8am 4.30pm, with a 4pm Friday finish. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Other roles you may have experience in may include: Handyman, Tradesperson, Equipment Installation Technician, Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Field Service Engineer, Multi Skilled Engineer, Engineering Assessor, Machinery Surveyor, Inspection and Testing Administrator, Equipment Maintenance Technician, Field Service Technician. About us Why join us? Change lives: Collaborate with service users, Occupational Therapists and healthcare professionals to maximise independence and improve daily living for vulnerable people in Hampshire. Professional development: Enhance your practical skills through continuous learning and supportive supervision. Flexible working: Enjoy working in diverse environments including community settings, service users homes, and with the wider team in the workshop. Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Date posted 28 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £26,918 to £29,616 a year £26,918 - £29,616 per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number F0017-25-0009 Job locations Elizabeth II Court The Castle Winchester Hampshire SO23 8UB Hampshire County Council Mitchell Close Fareham Hampshire PO15 5SE Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role Person Specification Qualifications Essential Please refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role Desirable Please refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role Person Specification Qualifications Essential Please refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role Desirable Please refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Hampshire County Council Address Elizabeth II Court The Castle Winchester Hampshire SO23 8UB Employer's website https://www.hants.gov.uk/jobs (Opens in a new tab)