Maintenance Coordinator

NHS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading elderly care provider in the UK seeks a Maintenance Coordinator to ensure smooth facility operations. The role involves resolving maintenance issues, managing systems like plumbing and HVAC, and supervising a Maintenance Assistant. Essential skills include decision-making and knowledge of safety systems. The position offers a salary range of £36,000 to £38,000 and is a permanent, full-time role.

Qualifications

• ADBS Disclosure check required.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK is necessary.
• Solid understanding of safety and fire safety systems.

Responsibilities

• Resolve home maintenance concerns promptly.
• Engage with approved contractors and source suppliers.
• Cover emergencies relating to the building's fabric and systems.
• Supervise the Maintenance Assistant and manage their tasks.
• Care for the upkeep of building systems.

Skills

Solid understanding of HVAC systems

Knowledge of plumbing

Knowledge of electrical systems

Knowledge of mechanical systems

Decision-making skills

Job description

Job Summary

The role of Maintenance Coordinator at Avery Healthcare involves maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for residents and team members, ensuring the smooth running of the facilities, and maintaining a good standard of general upkeep for the building. The successful candidate will possess a solid understanding of various building systems and the ability to make responsible decisions in the best interest of the residents.

Key Responsibilities

As a Maintenance Coordinator, your responsibilities include:

• Resolving any home maintenance concerns promptly.
• Engaging with approved contractors when required and sourcing alternative suppliers as needed.
• Covering all emergencies relating to the fabric of the home or systems within the building.
• Managing the Maintenance Assistant through day‑to‑day supervision, objective setting, annual reviews, approval of hours, absence management, and holiday authorisation.
• Caring for the upkeep of building systems such as plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, electrical, and mechanical.

What We Offer

• Salary: £36,000 to £38,000 a year.
• Contract: Permanent.
• Working pattern: Full‑time.
• Location: Avery Healthcare, Purley, CR8 2LF.

About Avery Healthcare

Avery Healthcare is one of the UK's largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, operating over 100 homes. We are passionate about creating meaningful experiences for residents and team members, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day.

Requirements

• ADBS Disclosure check (cost met by Avery Healthcare).
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Person Specification

Essential qualifications:

• Solid understanding of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of safety and fire safety systems.
• Ability to make responsible choices and decisions, acting in the best interest of residents.

Additional Information

This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.