Maintenance & Facilities Tech – Care Home (Day Shift)

Harpenden Springs; St Albans; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal per shift

Enhanced bank holiday pay

Extra annual leave

Cycle to work

Milestone birthdays time off

Sick pay

Refer a friend

Recognition programs

Long service awards

Health cash plan

Death in service

Job summary

Harpenden Springs is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to keep the home and grounds in top condition. The role focuses on routine upkeep, safety checks, and proactive care to support residents in a luxury care setting.

You will perform general maintenance tasks, monitor equipment, and assist with contractor visits, while adhering to health and safety policies. The position is full-time, dayshift, with 40 hours weekly and a pay rate of £13.20 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance, caretaking or facilities.
• Practical maintenance skills across a range of tasks.
• Understanding Health and Safety requirements in a workplace.
• Able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and care for older people.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance, repairs and decorating throughout the home.
• Complete regular checks in line with Health and Safety policies.
• Monitor and maintain equipment, fixtures and fittings.
• Keep gardens and outdoor areas safe and well-preserved.
• Assist with planned maintenance programmes and contractor visits.
• Perform basic plumbing, painting, carpentry and general maintenance tasks.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and safety records.

Skills

Maintenance skills

Health and safety

Team player

Communication

Job description

Harpenden Springs is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to keep the home and grounds in top condition. The role focuses on routine upkeep, safety checks, and proactive care to support residents in a luxury care setting.

You will perform general maintenance tasks, monitor equipment, and assist with contractor visits, while adhering to health and safety policies. The position is full-time, dayshift, with 40 hours weekly and a pay rate of £13.20 per hour.