Maintenance Operative

Runwood Homes Ltd; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Pension Scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Employee Assistance Scheme

Comprehensive induction and training

Free DBS Check

Uniform provided

NVQ funding

Career progression

Employee of the Month

Job summary

Runwood Homes Ltd in England seeks a Maintenance Operative to join our team. You will perform regular maintenance at the care home, handling basic plumbing and decorating, and ensuring the premises remain secure.

You will work independently, take initiative and bring experience in carpentry, plumbing or decorating. We offer comprehensive induction, ongoing training and opportunities to progress within the company.

Qualifications

• Experience in carpentry, plumbing or decorating.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular maintenance tasks at the care home, including basic plumbing and decorating.
• Keep the premises secure and carry out scheduled checks.
• Work with minimal supervision and respond to maintenance requests as needed.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Decorating

Job description

Maintenance Operative

About the role:

We are on the lookout for a skilled and personable Maintenance Operative to join our team. As a Maintenance Operative, your main duties will include performing regular maintenance tasks at the care home, such as basic plumbing and decorating. You will also be responsible for keeping the premises secure and carrying out scheduled checks throughout the home.

Benefits of working with Runwood Homes:

• Accrued Paid Holiday
• Weekly Pay
• Pension Scheme
• Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure
• Employee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family members
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Free DBS Check and uniform
• Funding and support towards obtaining NVQs
• Opportunities to progress your career within the company
• Employee of the Month awards

About you:

We are looking for a Maintenance Operative who can handle minor repairs and general maintenance tasks, such as basic plumbing and decorating. It's important that our Maintenance Operatives can work independently and take initiative. Successful Maintenance Operatives often have experience in carpentry, plumbing, or decorating.

About Runwood Homes:

Established in 1987, Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of over 55 homes across England. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents.

At Runwood Homes, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents.

As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry