Maintenance Operative

HC One; Coventry; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Maintenance Operative to ensure a safe and well-maintained living environment for residents. This role involves performing a variety of maintenance tasks, from fixing plumbing issues to conducting regular inspections, all while prioritizing kindness and consideration in every interaction. The company values inclusive practices and offers extensive training, alongside a comprehensive benefits package, to support your physical and psychological well-being. Join a dedicated team where your contributions will make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meals during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Group life assurance cover

Financial wellbeing access (Wagestream)

Learning and development opportunities

24/7 GP consultation service

Colleague discounts on high street

Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition schemes

Refer a friend scheme up to £1000

Qualifications

• Solid experience in maintenance, building, DIY, cleaning, and housekeeping.
• Technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure residents live in a well-maintained environment.
• Carry out audits and keep records up to date.
• Perform various maintenance tasks with kindness and care.

Skills

Maintenance

Building

DIY

Cleaning

Housekeeping

Mechanical Systems Knowledge

Electrical Systems Knowledge

IT Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Training in Maintenance

Job description

HC-One are looking for a Maintenance Operative with solid experience in maintenance, building, DIY, cleaning and housekeeping. You'll also need technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, as well as ideally some IT skills. And, whenever you communicate with a resident or co-worker, you'll be truly considerate and kind.

As a Maintenance Operative, you will ensure our Residents live in a place that's proactively inspected and brilliantly maintained at all times. You'll carry out audits and keep records up to date. Whether you're replacing a tap or mixer valve, fitting a new extractor fan, repairing the timber on a bedroom window, or putting up new wallpaper in the dining room, you'll do so with a sense of kindness above anything else.

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and it is important that you can recognize the signs which may indicate possible abuse, harm, or neglect in its different forms and know what to do if there are any concerns. All colleagues are required to attend safeguarding training appropriate to their role and to undertake additional training in associated areas. You also have the ability to seek appropriate advice and report concerns, including escalation if action is not taken.

We'll provide full training, so it's a great opportunity to learn something new. In return, you will enjoy access to a huge variety of benefits and services to support your physical and psychological well-being. Throughout your career as a Maintenance Operative, we will invest in you, and you will enjoy additional support and benefits including:

• Hourly rate is subject to experience and qualifications.
• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Free uniform
• During a shift of eight hours or more, a nutritious meal will be available
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream - financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay as you need it
• Award-winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications.
• GP online - a service providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app - available to you and your children under 16
• An opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team.
• Colleague discounts - Access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners.
• Wellbeing - free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme providing 24/7 support for a range of issues.
• Excellent recognition schemes such as 'Kindness in Care' and Long Service Awards
• An attractive refer a friend scheme of up to £1000 per referral, depending on the role

We are passionate about ensuring that our current and future Colleagues can be their true selves, and that our workforce represents the communities we serve. We prioritize inclusive working practices and invite applicants from all backgrounds into our HC-One family and we are committed to providing the quickest possible turnaround from the point of making you a job offer to you starting with us on day one.