Maintenance Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Stockport; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Assistant to join their team in Stockport. This role involves ensuring the Care Centre is maintained in a safe and efficient order, handling day-to-day maintenance tasks, and being on call for emergencies. The successful candidate will be responsible for completing legal documentation, managing maintenance requests, and ensuring the facility's exterior is well-kept. With a strong focus on Health & Safety, this position offers opportunities for training and career progression, making it ideal for someone looking to grow in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Discounts on Shopping

Cycle Scheme

FREE face-to-face counselling

Employee of the month voucher

Opportunities for training

Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

FREE eye test

Cashback card

FREE wellbeing podcasts

Qualifications

• Experience in general maintenance including electrical and plumbing.
• Willingness to learn about Health & Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day maintenance and ensure legal documents are completed.
• Test fire alarm systems and maintain the Care Centre’s exterior.

Skills

General maintenance knowledge

Team player

Health & Safety knowledge

Understanding of central heating systems

Satisfactory Police check

Job description

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Hilltop Court Care Home, Stockport SK4 1RD

Full Time

You must have a car and have access to it.

Harbour Healthcare are recruiting for a Maintenance Assistant in Stockport. Your role will include ensuring all legal documents are completed, carrying out day-to-day maintenance on the fabric of the building, its services, and grounds to ensure that the Care Centre is maintained in a safe and efficient functional order. You will also be required to be on call but only for emergencies.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• General maintenance knowledge / experience e.g. minor electrical, plumbing, joinery work etc.
• Confident team player
• Use of a car or similar vehicle
• Willingness to receive training on current Health & Safety / EHO issues
• Satisfactory Police check and check against the POVA List (where applicable)
• Understanding of central heating systems, laundry equipment, and hot & cold water systems
• Knowledge of current Health & Safety regulations

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

General Maintenance:

• Ensure ALL legal documentation is completed on time.
• Report and action any known defects to appliances, damaged furniture / equipment, and any other potential hazards to the Home Manager, who will advise accordingly.
• Ensure the maintenance of the Care Centre’s exterior, including:

• Keep any sheds, outbuildings, and areas in which waste is stored in a clean and tidy condition.
• Clear snow and grit the drive, paths, and any areas to which Clients, Visitors, or Staff Members have access.
• Ensure all external gardens, flower beds, & hanging baskets etc. are maintained to a high standard.
• Clean all signs / lighting outside the Care Centre.

• Carry out any patching up or touching up of decoration as and when required to maintain the standard of the Care Centre.
• Test the fire alarm system and log results weekly. Check call points, fire exits, door retaining devices, and fire emergency lights as specified in Company procedures.
• Ensure all ventilation units and lights are kept clean. Replace any defective light bulbs / diffusers.
• Test all portable appliances as specified in Company procedures.
• Test and record water temperatures as specified in Company procedures.
• Maintain a “Maintenance Book” in which defects are recorded by Staff Members. Use this book to effect repairs/replacements daily.
• Assist/supervise with deliveries to the Care Centre. Monitor delivered goods closely.

Communication:

• Liaise with Home Manager or delegated Staff Member regarding maintenance work to be carried out.
• Participate in Staff and Client meetings as required.

Training & Development:

• Attend mandatory training days/courses, on or off-site, as and when required.
• Maintain professional knowledge and competence.

Health & Safety:

• Ensure that paints and varnishes are used and stored only in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions.
• Ensure areas in which any painting / varnishing work is being done are well ventilated and safe for Clients, Visitors, and Staff Members.
• Report immediately to the Home Manager or Person in Charge any illness of an infectious nature or accident incurred by a Client, colleague, self, or another.
• Understand and ensure the implementation of the Care Centre’s Health and Safety policy and Emergency and Fire procedures.
• Promote safe working practice in the Care Centre.

What are the Tangible benefits for working for Harbour?

• Discounts on Shopping, Fashion, Days out, Travel, Entertainment, and lots more!
• Cycle Scheme – up to % savings on your bike purchase
• FREE face-to-face counselling for you and your family!
• £ voucher available every month for the nominated ‘Employee of the month’
• Opportunities for training and career progression
• Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme
• Blue Light Card – up to % discount across ’s of retailers
• Access to a FREE eye test and discounted glasses
• Cashback card – save up to £ annually, can be used at over big brands
• FREE meditation series
• FREE wellbeing podcasts & live virtual events
• FREE mental health support programmes
• FREE workout plans
• FREE Live digital gym classes
• FREE mindset and wellbeing series
• Seasonal Company events, competitions, and incentives