Maintenance Operative

HC-One Ltd.; Devizes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Maintenance Operative to ensure a well-maintained environment for residents. The role involves conducting various maintenance tasks such as repairs and inspections, all while fostering kindness in interactions. Candidates must have experience in maintenance and technical skills, along with a commitment to safeguarding. Competitive hourly rates and a range of benefits are offered.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meals during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave including bank holidays

Group life assurance cover

Wagestream for financial wellbeing

Learning and development opportunities

GP online access for consultations

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing support

Recognition schemes

Refer a friend scheme up to £1000

Qualifications

• Solid experience in maintenance, building, DIY, cleaning, and housekeeping.
• Ability to recognize signs of potential abuse, harm, or neglect.
• Participation in safeguarding training appropriate to the role.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance tasks like replacing taps, fitting extractor fans, and repairing windows.
• Conduct audits and keep maintenance records up to date.
• Ensure a safe and kind environment for residents.

Skills

Experience in maintenance

Technical knowledge of mechanical systems

Technical knowledge of electrical systems

DIY skills

Housekeeping skills

IT skills

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 that will mean making sure our Residents live in a place that's proactively inspected and brilliantly maintained at all times. You'll carry out audits and make sure records are kept up to date. And, 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 therefore it is important that you are able to recognise 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 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 prioritise 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.

• 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. This gives Colleagues and their family access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental and financial 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