Head of Maintenance & Facilities — Care Home Leader

Barchester Healthcare Limited; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training and development for all

Wellbeing and support tools

Retail discounts and savings

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Employee of the Month rewards and Long

Service Awards

Job summary

Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited is seeking a Head of Maintenance for a care home in York. The role focuses on keeping the building and gardens well maintained, while leading a small maintenance team and coordinating with contractors to complete projects.

You will contribute to creating a warm, safe environment for residents and staff. The ideal candidate will have hands-on property maintenance experience, at least one trade skill, a full UK driving licence, and GCSEs in Maths and English.

Qualifications

• At least one trade skill.
• Full UK driving licence.
• GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent).
• Reliable and flexible with working hours.
• Ability to lead a team and liaise with contractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the maintenance team within the care home.
• Liaise with external contractors on projects beyond the team's scope.
• Assist the General Manager with annual budget planning and cost control.
• Ensure the care home environment is well maintained and safe for residents.

Skills

Trade skills

Driving licence

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Job description

Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited is seeking a Head of Maintenance for a care home in York. The role focuses on keeping the building and gardens well maintained, while leading a small maintenance team and coordinating with contractors to complete projects.

You will contribute to creating a warm, safe environment for residents and staff. The ideal candidate will have hands-on property maintenance experience, at least one trade skill, a full UK driving licence, and GCSEs in Maths and English.