Maintenance Officer

Ivy Gate Lodge Care Home; Southampton; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Ivy Gate Lodge Care Home in Southport is seeking a Maintenance Officer to keep the home safe, well maintained and fully operational. This hands-on role requires practical skills and a proactive approach to support the safety, comfort and environment.

You will carry out a wide range of maintenance tasks across the building and grounds, including repairs, inspections, installations and general upkeep. You will ensure equipment and systems are working safely and efficiently, identifying issues

Qualifications

• Previous experience in maintenance, facilities or similar role.
• Good knowledge of general repairs and building maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Proactive and practical approach.
• Reliable and organized with problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a wide range of maintenance tasks across the building and grounds.
• Perform repairs, inspections, installations and general upkeep.
• Ensure equipment and systems operate safely and efficiently.
• Support maintenance planning, compliance checks and contractor coordination.
• Maintain a well organized, safe and fully functional environment.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Electrical and building maintenance

Independent working

Health and safety procedures

Proactive and practical approach

Reliable and organized

Job description

Ivy Gate Lodge Care Home is a modern, purpose built 68 bed care home in Southport, Merseyside, delivering high quality residential, nursing, dementia and respite care within a warm, supportive and person centred environment.

Maintenance Officer Contract

• £13.71 per hour
• Contracted to 40 hours per week
• Paid DBS, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview

As a Maintenance Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring the home remains safe, well maintained and fully operational at all times. This is a hands on role with responsibility, where your practical skills and proactive approach will directly support the safety, comfort and overall environment.

You will carry out a wide range of maintenance tasks across the building and grounds, including repairs, inspections, installations and general upkeep. You will ensure equipment and systems are working safely and efficiently, identifying issues early and taking appropriate action.

Working closely with the Home Manager and wider team, you will support maintenance planning, compliance checks and contractor coordination where required. You will help maintain a well organised, safe and fully functional environment, ensuring all work is carried out in line with health and safety standards.

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience in maintenance, facilities or a similar role
• Good knowledge of general repairs, electrical and building maintenance
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Understanding of health and safety procedures
• A proactive and practical approach
• Reliable, organised and able to problem solve

About us

Ivy Gate Lodge Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.