Care Home Maintenance Technician - Safe & Proactive

Ivy-Gate-Lodge-Care-Home; Sefton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Ivy Gate Lodge Care Home in Southport, Merseyside, is seeking a Maintenance Officer to keep the home safe, well maintained and fully operational. The role is hands-on, with responsibility for repairs, inspections and general upkeep across building and grounds, working alongside the Home Manager to coordinate contractors and ensure health and safety standards are met.

We offer a competitive hourly rate (£13.71), 40 hours per week, paid DBS, pension and uniform, and 5.6 weeks annual leave for a

Qualifications

• Previous experience in maintenance, facilities or a similar role.
• Good knowledge of general repairs, electrical and building maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures.
• A proactive and practical approach.
• Reliable, organised and able to problem solve.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a wide range of maintenance tasks across the building and grounds, including repairs, inspections, installations and general upkeep.
• Ensure equipment and systems are working safely and efficiently, identifying issues early and taking appropriate action.
• Work closely with the Home Manager and team, supporting maintenance planning, compliance checks and contractor coordination.
• Help maintain a well organised, safe and fully functional environment, ensuring all work complies with health and safety standards.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Facilities management

Electrical & building maintenance

Independent workload management

Health and safety procedures

Proactive and practical approach

Reliability and organisation

Job description

Ivy Gate Lodge Care Home in Southport, Merseyside, is seeking a Maintenance Officer to keep the home safe, well maintained and fully operational. The role is hands-on, with responsibility for repairs, inspections and general upkeep across building and grounds, working alongside the Home Manager to coordinate contractors and ensure health and safety standards are met.

We offer a competitive hourly rate (£13.71), 40 hours per week, paid DBS, pension and uniform, and 5.6 weeks annual leave for a