Bank Maintenance Operative (Bath - Midford Manor Care Home)

Hallmark Care Homes; Bath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A luxury care home provider in Bath is seeking a Maintenance Operative to ensure a safe and compliant environment. Responsibilities include maintenance oversight, compliance management, and contractor coordination. The ideal candidate will have hands-on technical skills and experience in sensitive environments. This role offers a competitive salary and development opportunities in a supportive setting.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Outstanding training and development

Pension benefits

Life assurance

Optional healthcare

Rewards and discount scheme

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Experience in public or sensitive environments such as GP surgeries or hospitals.
• Understanding of Planned Preventative Maintenance.
• Comfortable with basic maintenance tasks.
• Able to assess the condition of a building and develop upkeep strategies.
• Skilled in coordinating external contractors.
• Knowledge of monitoring water systems and room temperatures.
• Proactive and confident in managing workload.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the overall condition and safety of the home.
• Lead key areas including Fire Risk Assessments.
• Ensure documentation is accurate and inspections supported.
• Handle general repairs and reactive maintenance.
• Assess the building, identify risks, and develop compliance plans.
• Manage third-party contractors.
• Monitor environmental safety standards.

Skills

Facilities or Compliance Background

PPM Knowledge

Hands-On Technical Skills

Building Awareness

Contractor Management

Environmental Safety

Empathy & Adaptability

Problem-Solving & Ownership

Job description

Job details

"Be Part of Our Caring Community : Join Us as a Maintenance Operative at Hallmark Luxury Care Homes!"

Position : Maintenance Operative

Location : Midford Manor

Type : Bank

Salary : Competitive

At Hallmark Luxury Care Homes, we’re committed to creating safe, comfortable, and welcoming environments where residents feel truly at home. Since 1997, our family-run homes across England and Wales have been built on strong values, innovative facilities, and a dedication to outstanding care.

We’re looking for a Maintenance Operative who can take ownership of the building and ensure it runs smoothly, safely, and in line with compliance standards—someone who’s just as confident with a toolbox as they are with a checklist.

About the role

This is a dual-focused position, combining hands-on maintenance with compliance oversight. You’ll be responsible for keeping the home in excellent condition, carrying out day-to-day repairs, and ensuring all safety and regulatory standards are met.

If you have experience in facilities or compliance and enjoy practical work—whether it’s fixing a socket, coordinating contractors, or preparing for audits—this role offers the chance to make a real impact in a care setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Building Oversight : Maintain the overall condition and safety of the home.
• Compliance Management : Lead on key areas including : Fire Risk AssessmentsLegionella Risk AssessmentsLocal Fire Authority requirements
• Ensure documentation is accurate and inspections are well-supported.
• DIY & Reactive Maintenance : Handle general repairs and “like-for-like” fixes—e.g. hanging photo frames, fixing beds, replacing taps or sockets.
• Strategic Planning : Regularly assess the building, identify risks, and develop a plan to maintain compliance and safety.
• Contractor Coordination : Manage third-party contractors, ensuring outsourced work (e.g. certifications) is completed to a high standard.
• Environmental Monitoring : Monitor water and room temperatures to meet safety standards in a care environment.

Skills & Experience

We’re looking for someone with a strong mix of practical ability and compliance awareness :

• Facilities or Compliance Background : Experience in public or sensitive environments such as GP surgeries, hospitals, or dental practices.
• PPM Knowledge : Understanding of Planned Preventative Maintenance and how to apply it effectively.
• Hands-On Technical Skills : Comfortable with basic maintenance tasks—e.g. isolating water to change a tap or switching off power to replace a socket.
• Building Awareness : Able to assess the condition of a building and develop practical strategies for upkeep and safety.
• Contractor Management : Skilled in coordinating external contractors and ensuring quality standards.
• Environmental Safety : Knowledge of monitoring water systems and room temperatures in a commercial or care setting.
• Empathy & Adaptability : Able to work respectfully around vulnerable individuals, with sensitivity to the care environment.
• Problem-Solving & Ownership : Proactive, independent, and confident in managing your own workload and responsibilities.

Reap the Rewards :

Your dedication and hard work will be celebrated with a competitive salary, outstanding training and development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. But that's not all! Here's what else you can expect :

• Valued as our Greatest Asset : Be part of a values-driven company that puts people first.
• Skyrocket Your Career : Avail yourself of industry-leading training and development, propelling your career to new heights.
• Wellness Matters : Enjoy excellent benefits, including a pension, life assurance, and optional healthcare.
• Exclusive Perks : Embrace our rewards and discount scheme – Hallmark Rewards.
• Balance is Key : Experience a fulfilling work-life balance, nurturing your well-being.

Why Join Us?

This role offers the opportunity to shape how maintenance is delivered in a care home, balancing practical work with meaningful responsibility. If you’re looking for a role where you can take pride in your work, contribute to a safe and supportive environment, and grow your skills in both compliance and maintenance, we’d love to hear from you.