Maintenance Operative

Sanctuary; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van & fuel card

Meals during shifts

Cycle to Work scheme

Training & development

Job summary

Sanctuary Care is seeking a Regional Maintenance Operative to support our care homes across the East Midlands. You will perform maintenance tasks, safety checks and liaise with contractors to ensure high standards of care home environments.

This regional role requires driving to multiple sites, basic DIY skills, and a strong emphasis on health and safety to protect residents and staff. You will be part of the Care Asset Team, with opportunities for training and development.

Qualifications

• Experience in performing minor repairs and basic maintenance tasks.
• Solid understanding of health and safety protocols in a care-home environment.
• Legionella awareness is beneficial for water safety checks.
• Valid driver’s license and access to personal transport are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide regional maintenance support across East Midlands care homes.
• Conduct health and safety checks (fire alarms, water flushing, bed safety, etc.).
• Liaise with contractors, coordinate services and ensure high-quality workmanship.
• Travel to different homes for cover and planned maintenance activities.
• Maintain attractive presentation of homes and gardens.

Skills

Collaboration

DIY & basic plumbing

Health & safety

Legionella knowledge

Driver's license

IT tools (iPad/Laptop)

Job description

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

Regional Maintenance Operative - Floating

Covering our homes across East Midlands

£29,843.76 per annum and company van

40 hours per week

20 hrs per week at Sherwood Forest Derby, then 20 hrs supporting our other East Midlands Homes

Sanctuary Care has over 100 care homes and you can ‘feel’ the difference a team makes the moment you step through one of our doors.

Are you our next Regional Maintenance Operative? Here’s more about the role:

As a Regional Maintenance Operative working within the Care Asset Team, the role is to provide support to the existing team that works within the care homes located in Worcestershire.

You will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our residents and staff, as well as maintaining the overall presentation of the homes and gardens.

Regular health and safety checks are essential to create a safe environment for everyone. This may include fire alarm, water flushing, and bed safety checks, among others. Effective communication is vital in your role.

You will regularly engage with residents, their families, and colleagues as part of your daily activities. Additionally, you will liaise with contractors, coordinate their services, and ensure that work is completed to a high standard.

As this is a regional role, visits to other homes may be necessary to provide cover or as part of planned maintenance activities.

What skills do I need?

• Collaboration is key! A cohesive team fosters a positive environment for residents and contributes to a thriving home.
• Practical skills in recognizing and performing minor repairs are important, such as basic plumbing skills and DIY experience.
• The ideal candidate should possess fundamental knowledge of health and safety protocols. Familiarity with Legionella disease is also beneficial.
• Having a valid driver's license and access to personal transportation are necessary requirements.
• The role will include use of an iPad and or Laptop along with compliance applications that you will use daily.

At the heart of our organisation are our incredible people and we're dedicated to making Sanctuary Care an amazing place to work. That's why we provide a package that includes support for:

Your Mind and Body

• Occupational sick pay after 12 month’s service (for those on contracted hours only and subject to qualifying period)
• Confidential 24/7 employee advice service (Includes medical and legal advice)
• Wellbeing resources through our employee platforms including Aviva Digicare
• A greener commute with our Cycle to Work scheme

Your Financial Wellbeing

• Additional compensation for overtime
• Financial wellbeing support including access to affordable loans via salary finance and free mortgage advice
• Exclusive discounts through our e-hub platform
• Securing your future with our contributory pension plan, matched up to 7%
• Life assurance

• Enhanced Parental leave schemes (Adoption, Maternity, Paternity and Shared) after qualifying period

Your Job

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Company van and fuel card provided

• Complimentary meals during shifts lasting over 10 hours
• Growth and development with us through comprehensive training and internal career opportunities
• Ability to be part of our inclusive staff networks like the Parent Network and Disability Network
• Loyalty recognition scheme for 12 month’s service onwards
• CQC Inspection bonus (subject to qualifying criteria)

We are only currently accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK.

We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working.

An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.

Sanctuary Care Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.