Maintenance Officer

Harbour Healthcare Limited; Stockport; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Stockport is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to ensure the safety and efficiency of the Care Centre. The ideal candidate should have general maintenance knowledge including electrical, plumbing, and joinery. Responsibilities include legal documentation, reporting defects, and maintaining the property. Benefits include discounts, counselling support, and training opportunities.

Benefits

Discounts on shopping, fashion, and entertainment

Free counselling for employees and families

Training and career progression opportunities

Free eye tests and discounted glasses

Free mental health support

Qualifications

• General maintenance knowledge/experience, including electrical, plumbing, and joinery.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Must have a vehicle for transport.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all legal documentation is completed promptly.
• Report defects and hazards to the Home Manager.
• Maintain external areas and perform decoration touch-ups.
• Test fire alarm systems weekly.
• Keep ventilation units and lights clean.

Skills

General maintenance knowledge/experience

Confident team player

Use of a car or similar vehicle

Willingness to receive training on Health & Safety / EHO issues

Satisfactory Police check and POVA List check

Understanding of heating systems

Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations

Job description

Harbour Healthcare is recruiting for a Maintenance Assistant in Stockport. Your role will include ensuring all legal documents are completed, carrying out day-to-day maintenance on the fabric of the building, its services, and grounds to ensure the Care Centre is maintained in a safe and efficient manner. You will also be on call for emergencies.

Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications

• General maintenance knowledge/experience (e.g., electrical, plumbing, joinery)
• Confident team player
• Use of a car or similar vehicle
• Willingness to receive training on Health & Safety / EHO issues
• Satisfactory Police check and POVA List check (if applicable)
• Understanding of heating systems, laundry equipment, and water systems
• Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations

Main Responsibilities

General Maintenance:

• Complete all legal documentation promptly
• Report defects and hazards to the Home Manager
• Maintain external areas, including sheds, waste areas, snow clearance, and gardens
• Perform decoration touch-ups as needed
• Test fire alarm systems weekly and log results
• Keep ventilation units and lights clean; replace defective bulbs
• Test portable appliances and water temperatures as per procedures
• Maintain a Maintenance Book for recording defects and repairs
• Assist with deliveries and monitor goods

Communication:

• Liaise with the Home Manager regarding maintenance work
• Participate in staff and client meetings

Training & Development:

• Attend mandatory training sessions
• Maintain professional knowledge and skills

Health & Safety:

• Use and store paints and varnishes safely
• Ensure work areas are ventilated and safe
• Report illnesses or accidents immediately
• Implement and promote health and safety policies and procedures

Benefits

• Discounts on shopping, fashion, days out, travel, and entertainment
• Cycle scheme savings
• Free counselling for employees and families
• Monthly employee vouchers
• Training and career progression opportunities
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Free eye tests and discounted glasses
• Cashback cards
• Free meditation series, wellbeing podcasts, and live events
• Free mental health support, workout plans, and digital gym classes
• Seasonal events, competitions, and incentives