Maintenance Assistant

Sanctuary Group; Torquay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established support service provider is seeking a Maintenance Assistant at Dunboyne Court in Torquay. The role pays £12.87 per hour for 37.5 hours a week. Responsibilities include undertaking repairs, identifying maintenance issues, and ensuring safety through scheduled checks. Candidates should have experience in maintenance and knowledge of health and safety legislation. The organization values diversity and encourages applications from various backgrounds.

Benefits

At least 25 days holiday, increasing to 30 after 5 years

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Online discounts and rewards

Health and well-being plans

Life assurance

Family friendly arrangements

Tax efficient Cycle to Work scheme

Wide range of learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Essential to have previous experience in a maintenance position.
• Must have experience identifying and carrying out repairs.
• A good understanding of UK Health and Safety legislation is required.

Responsibilities

• Undertake site repairs and maintenance duties.
• Identify potential maintenance issues and liaise with specialists.
• Carry out planned routine works like decorating.
• Assist in scheduled building checks and audits.
• Serve as point of contact for contractors on site.
• Be available for occasional call out.

Skills

Previous experience in a maintenance position

Prior experience identifying and carrying out repairs

Experience operating hand tools and light machinery

Good customer service and communication skills

Ability to work alone and as part of a team

Working knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation

Job description

Overview

Sanctuary Supported Living is recruiting a Maintenance Assistant at Dunboyne Court, Torquay. We specialise in delivering a wide range of personalised housing, care, and support services to help people across England to live as independently as possible. We’re a national not-for-profit organisation that puts customers at the heart of what we do, supporting them on their pathways to independence. Your work will make a difference every day, whether delivering support directly or working in our offices to support frontline teams. We offer training and benefits to help you reach your aspirations and career goals.

Role details

Maintenance Assistant – £12.87 per hour, 37.5 hours per week, based at Dunboyne Court, Torquay.

Salary that reflects responsibilities and location. Closing Date: not specified in the description. Requisition: 225978.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking site repairs and maintenance duties
• Identifying potential maintenance issues and liaising with any necessary specialists or contractors
• Carrying out planned routine works such as decorating
• Assisting in scheduled building checks and audits, ensuring safe and secure environments
• Serving as point of contact for contractors who are on site
• Occasional call out

Skills and experience

• Previous experience in a maintenance position is essential
• Prior experience identifying and carrying out repairs
• Experience operating hand tools and light machinery
• Good customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work alone and as part of a team
• Working knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation

Benefits

• At least 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service (plus public holidays)
• A pension scheme with employer contributions
• A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers
• Health and well-being plans
• Life assurance
• Family friendly arrangements, including opportunities for flexible working
• Tax efficient savings through our Cycle to Work scheme
• A wide range of learning and development opportunities

Additional information

Job Reference: 225978

We are only currently accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK. If you are applying internally, use your internal careers account to submit your application. We may withdraw this advertisement at any time; please apply early.

Inclusion is one of our core values. We are committed to being a diverse, inclusive organisation where people thrive and meet customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and will make adjustments throughout the application process in line with Sanctuary’s Disability Confident status.

Building Equality and Diversity

Sanctuary Group encourages applications from diverse backgrounds to support an inclusive environment for employees and customers. We work with the Home Office to prevent illegal working. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required for successful applicants, which Sanctuary will pay for. Sanctuary Supported Living is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited, both exempt charities.