Maintenance

Akari Care Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension 3%

Recognition schemes

Uniform provided and DBS costs paid

28 days annual leave

Fully funded training and development

Personal development plans

Community-focused environment

Job summary

Akari Care Limited is seeking a Maintenance Operative to join our team in a Western Newcastle-upon-Tyne area home. This hands-on role focuses on keeping the home well-maintained, safe and welcoming for residents and staff.

You will handle maintenance tasks, decor, grounds, plumbing, electrical, and repairs while supporting a culture of dignity, respect and comfort for older people. Training and DBS checks are provided as part of our commitment to outstanding care.

Qualifications

• Experience of working within similar environment
• Solid maintenance experience including building, DIY, cleaning and housekeeping
• Technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems
• General knowledge of plumbing and joinery
• All-round maintenance attitude with solution-based approach
• Flexible and adaptable to changes at short notice
• Ability to work under pressure while remaining positive
• Warm, approachable and engaging personality
• Respect for everyone and for residents' needs
• Resilient and adaptable to differing needs of colleagues and residents

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance tasks in and around the home to a high standard
• Engage with residents and colleagues to support a safe and comfortable environment
• Perform internal decoration, grounds maintenance, safety checks and general repairs
• Manage supplies and utilities relevant to the home operations
• Assess areas of the home and provide timely maintenance attention
• Share knowledge with team to ensure consistent high standards

Job description

37.5 Hours Per Week

If you are passionate about caring for the elderly and want to build a long-term career in one of our award-winning homes, then look no further than Akari Care. Our aim is to create an environment where our residents are valued, respected, and are offered the personalised care they deserve.

We now seek a Maintenance Operative who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people.

Whilst this position is a very hands-on, practical role, it is hugely important to us that you be mindful of and conscientious to individual needs and backgrounds. As part of our home team, you will play a vital role in engaging with, supporting, and improving the quality of lives for our residents. You will carry out your tasks in a way that also promotes an approachable and respectful relationship with our residents to enable them to live a fulfilled and comfortable life with a sense of security, dignity, and self-respect.

Working in collaboration and unison with the home Manager and the wider maintenance team you will be responsible for ensuring that high standards are continually met with regards to maintenance in and around the home. This will include but is not limited to internal decoration; grounds maintenance and safety; building repairs; supplies; and utilities. Each day will present you with challenges which must be unreservedly embraced whilst being respectful and supportive of individual and differing needs of both residents and colleagues. You will continually assess all areas of the home and provide dedicated attention if / when required. Systematically ensuring that the home is well maintained alongside imparting your knowledge to all other colleagues to ensure they adhere to the same high standards.

By showing us you can match our values with the right desire for personalised excellence, community spirit and a kind, caring and compassionate nature, we, in return, can offer you a career developing your knowledge, skills and abilities to support vulnerable adults with the care their individual needs require.

What we require from you:

• Experience of working within similar environment


• Solid maintenance experience, building, DIY, cleaning, and housekeeping


• Technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems


• General knowledge of plumbing and joinery


• An all-round attitude to maintenance and repairs, with an innovative solution-based approach


• Flexible and adaptable to changes at short notice.


• Work well under pressure without negative impact to those around you.


• Warm, approachable, and engaging persona


• Respect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated.


• Resilient and adaptable to differing needs of colleagues and residents

What is in it for you:

• Pension contribution of 3%


• Recognition schemes and rewarding referral schemes.


• Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid.


• 28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays)


• Fully funded training and development


• Support with personal development plans.


• The opportunity to grow and develop both personally and professionally.


• An engaging community environment where everyone is respected and included.