Maintenance Coordinator

Avery Healthcare; Epsom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in elderly care is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Coordinator to ensure a safe and comfortable environment for residents. In this pivotal role, you will oversee maintenance operations, engage with contractors, and manage a team to uphold high standards of upkeep. This position offers a chance to make a real difference in the lives of residents while working in a supportive and caring environment. Join a company that values its employees and provides opportunities for career development, making this a fulfilling opportunity for those passionate about quality care and maintenance.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Leisure and retail discounts

DBS Disclosure check covered

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to make responsible choices in residents' best interest.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and comfortable environment for residents and staff.
• Resolve home maintenance concerns promptly and effectively.
• Engage with contractors and manage maintenance staff.

Skills

HVAC systems

Plumbing

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Safety and fire safety systems

Job description

At Avery Healthcare, we believe in caring for those who care for our residents. We recognise and celebrate our hard-working colleagues, support your career development with a variety of apprenticeships, and provide you with access to a range of leisure and retail discounts.

We are now seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic and dedicated individual to join our friendly, award-winning team as a Maintenance Coordinator.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as a Maintenance Coordinator will be to maintain a safe and comfortable environment for residents and team members, ensuring the smooth running of the facilities, whilst maintaining a good standard of general upkeep for the building.

Other responsibilities will include:

• Resolving any home maintenance concerns promptly. This is accomplished with a working knowledge of building systems and related regulatory requirements. These systems include plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, electrical, equipment repairs, and interior/exterior finishes.
• Engaging with approved contractors as and when required and sourcing alternative suppliers as and when needed.
• Covering all emergencies relating to the fabric of the home or systems contained within the building.
• Where applicable, the Maintenance Coordinator will have direct line management of the Maintenance Assistant, which includes day-to-day supervision, objective setting and annual reviews, approval of hours, absence management, and holiday authorisation.

ABOUT YOU

To succeed in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in all you do.

Our ideal candidate must:

• Possess a solid understanding of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Possess an understanding of safety and fire safety systems.
• Have the ability to make responsible choices and decisions and act in a resident’s best interest.

ABOUT AVERY

As one of the largest providers of luxury elderly care homes in the UK, we believe that the later years of our residents' lives should be as enriching as any other. Our vision of ‘creating meaningful lives together’ is achieved by the exceptional care and experience we proudly offer throughout our growing portfolio of over 100 care homes while establishing ourselves as the preferred choice for residents and employees.

Please note this role will require:

• A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.