Sandwell’s Prevention Stores delivers and maintains services equipment and assistive technology, to enable the people of Sandwell to live as independently as they can within their home environment. As an important front-line service, working alongside a range of Health & Social Care Services, we are looking to recruit an Equipment Technician. Successful candidates should have experience of working in a fast-paced environment and good communication and IT skills. Your responsibilities will include: Delivery, installation, and collection of equipment from around the borough. Providing advice on equipment supplied by Joint Prevention Stores. Dealing with professionals and members of the public who visit Joint Prevention Stores. All candidates must hold a full valid driving license and have the use of a car. Qualification requirements: Literacy Level 2 qualification or equivalent as a minimum. LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations) PAT (Portable Appliance Testing) Qualified Manufacturers/Suppliers Qualification for servicing and maintaining and installing equipment. You will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check. The service operates 7 days a week (standard hours), including Bank Holidays and successful candidates will be required to work on a rota basis with each post holder required to work one weekend in every six. Hours: 37 hours per week (on a rota basis as above) We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to their advertised date if we receive a large number of applications. Therefore, you are strongly advised to complete and return your application as soon as possible. When completing your application please refer to the supporting documents attached. If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application, or have experienced a problem whilst applying for a position, please contact the Resourcing Team on 0121 569 3300 or via e-mail to: hr_resourcingsandwell.gov.uk For more information about working for Sandwell Council, our recruitment process and our offer to you please visit https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/counciljobs Click here to find out more about our One Team Framework: Values and Behaviours To apply please download the application and return to: Hrresourcing_applicationssandwell.gov.uk