Care Home Maintenance Operative - Flexible Hours

St Philips Care Group; Hawick; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Assured Free Support

Supportive working environment

Progression opportunities

Full training given

Paid induction and shadow shifts

Flexible opportunities to fit around 2

Rewards scheme for staff

Refer a friend bonus £100.00

Pension option available

Job summary

St Philip's Care is seeking a Maintenance Operative for Bonchester Bridge Care Centre to support daily maintenance, service and grounds upkeep, ensuring a safe, efficient and functional environment for residents and staff.

Reporting to the Care Centre Manager, you will perform general maintenance, manage energy use, keep records, and supervise external contractors while ensuring high standards of decoration and safety across the home. Training and progression opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Flexible approach to work and adaptability within a care setting.
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage competing tasks.
• High standard of DIY including decorating interior/exterior.
• Ability to communicate effectively with outside agencies.
• Understanding of heating systems and safe operation of appliances.
• Basic understanding of electrical appliances and safety.
• Ability to maintain accurate inspection records.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance as required throughout the home.
• Ensure the home is in good decorative order at all times.
• Ensure external areas and grounds are tidy and well maintained.
• Supervise outside contractors
• Minimize costs by monitoring energy consumption and maintaining records.
• Upkeep health and safety records and periodic testing of appliances.
• Respond to emergency situations within the home

Skills

Flexible approach

Prioritise workload

DIY skills

Agency communication

Heating systems

Electrical basics

Record keeping

Job description

St Philip's Care is seeking a Maintenance Operative for Bonchester Bridge Care Centre to support daily maintenance, service and grounds upkeep, ensuring a safe, efficient and functional environment for residents and staff.

Reporting to the Care Centre Manager, you will perform general maintenance, manage energy use, keep records, and supervise external contractors while ensuring high standards of decoration and safety across the home. Training and progression opportunities are available.