Head of Maintenance - Care Home

ZipRecruiter; Peterlee; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A caring and supportive organization in Peterlee seeks a Head of Maintenance to manage and maintain a welcoming environment for residents. You will oversee property maintenance tasks, support a team, and work closely with the General Manager. Ideal candidates will have hands-on maintenance experience, at least one trade skill, and a driving licence. Competitive salary and strong benefits are offered.

Benefits

Free training and development

Access to wellbeing and support tools

Retail discounts and savings

Referral bonuses

Employee of the Month and Long Service Awards

Qualifications

• Hands-on property maintenance experience with at least one trade skill.
• Reliability and flexibility with working hours are essential.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a clean and well-maintained environment for residents.
• Oversee maintenance tasks and liaise with contractors for specialized jobs.
• Support annual budget planning with the General Manager.

Skills

Property maintenance experience

Team leadership

Communication skills

Flexibility

IT literacy

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

Job description

Job Description

ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Head of Maintenance at a Barchester care home, you'll ensure a clean and well-maintained environment so residents feel at home and staff can perform their duties effectively. Creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere is part of our commitment to delivering first-class care and support.

You can expect variety in this role. You'll handle tasks within the care home building, gardens, and grounds. This may include fixing a leaky tap or planting bulbs. You should be comfortable working independently, leading a team, and supporting the General Manager with annual budget planning. You will also liaise with contractors for jobs beyond your team's expertise.

ABOUT YOU
The wellbeing of our residents will be your top priority. You will ensure all work is carried out with sensitivity to their needs. With hands-on property maintenance experience, you'll have at least one trade skill and ideally a broad range of maintenance abilities. Reliability and flexibility with working hours are essential. A full UK driving licence, IT literacy, and GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent) are required.

REWARDS PACKAGE
In return, you'll receive a competitive salary plus our sector-leading benefits, including:
- Free training and development
- Access to wellbeing and support tools
- Retail discounts and savings
- Referral bonuses through our 'Refer a Friend' scheme
- Employee of the Month and Long Service Awards

And much more!

If you're looking to apply your maintenance and people skills in an organisation dedicated to quality care, this is a rewarding opportunity.