Care Home Maintenance Operative – Facilities & Safety

Bupa; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

My Healthcare

28 days holiday

Free meal on shift

Pension plans

Travel loan

Job summary

Bupa Southlands Care Home in Harrogate is seeking a Maintenance Operative to keep our facilities fully functional. You’ll perform planned maintenance, safety checks and repairs, ensuring high standards while complying with Bupa procedures and regulations.

You will contribute to a safe, welcoming environment for residents, with duties including coordinating with approved contractors and supporting on-site operations at the care home.

Qualifications

• Understanding of heating, hot and cold-water distribution, ventilation, electrical distribution and plumbing.
• Experience with planned maintenance systems and record keeping.
• Knowledge of statutory requirements and compliance.
• Full driving licence.
• Building/electrical/plumbing qualification or 3+ years hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain buildings and equipment to ensure full functionality.
• Carry out health & safety checks and compliance tasks using digital tools.
• Assist with maintenance tasks and liaise with approved contractors.
• Document maintenance activities and ensure timely completion.

Skills

Building services

Maintenance systems

Compliance knowledge

Driving licence

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Education

Building/electrical/plumbing qualification or 3+ years maintenance experience

Job description

Bupa Southlands Care Home in Harrogate is seeking a Maintenance Operative to keep our facilities fully functional. You’ll perform planned maintenance, safety checks and repairs, ensuring high standards while complying with Bupa procedures and regulations.

You will contribute to a safe, welcoming environment for residents, with duties including coordinating with approved contractors and supporting on-site operations at the care home.