Maintenance Operative

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 37,771,000 - 38,683,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Uniform provided

Pension

5.6 weeks annual leave

Wagestream

Job summary

Avon Court Care Home in Chippenham, Wiltshire, is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Officer. The role supports a 56-bed nursing and residential care setting, ensuring safety, operation and a welcoming environment. Contracted to 37.5 hours per week, with DBS, pension and uniform provided.

The post reports to the Home Manager and involves planning, coordinating contractors and routine upkeep. You will work across the building and grounds, carrying out repairs, inspections and installations to keep

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a wide range of maintenance tasks across the building and grounds, including repairs, inspections, installations and general upkeep.
• Ensure equipment and systems are working safely and efficiently, identifying issues early and taking appropriate action.
• Support maintenance planning, compliance checks and contractor coordination with the Home Manager and wider team.
• Maintain a well organised, safe and fully functional environment, ensuring all work complies with health and safety standards.

Skills

Maintenance

Facilities

Repair skills

Health and safety

Problem solving

Tools

Electrical maintenance

Building maintenance

Job description

About Avon Court Care Home

Avon Court Care Home is a 56 bed care home located in Chippenham, Wiltshire.

Providing nursing and residential care, the home offers a warm and welcoming environment where colleagues work together to deliver high quality, person centred care and make a real difference to the lives of Residents every day.

Maintenance Operative Contract £14.05 to £14.40 per hour Contracted to 37.5 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

What We Offer

Paid Enhanced DBS Uniform provided Group life assurance cover Wagestream

• financial wellbeing support and flexible access to earned pay A nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more GP Online for you and your dependants under 16 Access to more than 1,600 high-street and online discounts Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7, 365 days a year Award-winning learning and development, with support to achieve recognised qualifications Clear opportunities for career development and progression Recognition initiatives and Long Service Awards 'Refer a Friend' scheme offering up to £1,000 per successful referral, depending on the role About Care Concern Group Avon Court is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and creating supportive, rewarding workplaces where our colleagues can grow, develop and thrive.

Our five values

Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity shape how we care, how we work and how we support one another.

If you want a role where your experience is valued, your character matters and your work has genuine purpose, we would love to hear from you.

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