Maintenance, Nelson Manor

Nelson Manor Nursing Home; Nelson; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A care home facility in Nelson, England, is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Person to ensure the smooth operation of its facilities. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in maintenance and repair work, possess strong problem-solving skills, and work both independently and as part of a team. Responsibilities include ensuring the home and grounds are in good repair, complying with health and safety regulations, and engaging with staff and residents. This is a great opportunity to contribute to a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in maintenance and repair work.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools safely and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the home and grounds are kept in good repair.
• Compliance with Health and Safety legislation.
• Carry out day to day repairs and refurbishment activities.
• Engage with staff, relatives, and residents.
• Conduct regular safety checks and servicing on all equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Maintenance Person to join our team at Nelson Manor. This role is essential in ensuring the smooth operation of our facilities by performing various maintenance tasks. The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical aptitude, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What you'll be doing

• Ensure the home and grounds are kept in a good state of repair and residents have access to all appropriate areas
• Compliance with Health and Safety legislation throughout the home, including reporting of H&S incidents
• Carry out day to day repairs and some refurbishment activity to maintain standards in the care home
• Actively engage with staff, relatives and families as part of the care home team and regularly engage with residents
• Ensuring that regular safety checks and servicing is carried out on all equipment and accurate records are kept.
• Having excellent communication with the Home Manager and also the Residents

Could you be part of our team?

About You

• Proven experience in maintenance and repair work
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to operate hand and power tools safely and effectively
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Able to demonstrate Health and Safety awareness through discussion