Care Home Maintenance Technician - Hands-On & Safe

Avon Court Care Home; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Enhanced DBS

Uniform provided

Group life assurance

Wagestream access

GP Online for you & dependants

Discounts & perks

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Learning & development opportunities

Career progression opportunities

Long service awards

Refer a Friend £1000 referral

Job summary

Avon Court Care Home in Chippenham is seeking a Maintenance Officer to keep the home safe, well maintained and fully operational. You will perform repairs, inspections, installations and general upkeep across the building and grounds, ensuring all equipment runs safely and efficiently.

You will work with the Home Manager and team to support planning, compliance checks and coordination with contractors, maintaining a well-organised environment that meets health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance, facilities or a similar role.
• Knowledge of general repairs, electrical and building maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Proactive and practical approach to tasks.
• Reliable and well-organised with problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance tasks across building and grounds.
• Perform repairs, inspections, installations and upkeep.
• Ensure equipment and systems operate safely and efficiently.
• Support maintenance planning and contractor coordination.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Electrical maintenance

Building maintenance

Independent work

Health and safety

Proactive attitude

Reliability & organisation

Job description

Avon Court Care Home in Chippenham is seeking a Maintenance Officer to keep the home safe, well maintained and fully operational. You will perform repairs, inspections, installations and general upkeep across the building and grounds, ensuring all equipment runs safely and efficiently.

You will work with the Home Manager and team to support planning, compliance checks and coordination with contractors, maintaining a well-organised environment that meets health and safety standards.