Maintenance Operative

Sanctuary; Kingswear; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking a Maintenance Operative in Kingswear. The role involves carrying out repairs and maintenance, ensuring safety checks, and liaising with contractors. Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience in general maintenance and be confident using tools. In addition to a competitive hourly rate, the position offers substantial rewards, including annual leave, health support, and flexible working options. Join us and contribute to shaping a high standard for later-life living.

Benefits

Health and wellbeing support

Company-paid life insurance

Parental leave arrangements

Company-funded training and career development

Flexible working options

Exclusive retail discounts

Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs, maintenance, and routine safety checks to a high standard.
• Liaise with contractors and stakeholders to ensure high-quality work.
• Test and log equipment including PAT, fire alarms, and emergency lighting.
• Respond quickly to complaints and service breakdowns.
• Keep tools and equipment in good condition, manage stock levels.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports for senior managers.

Skills

Hands-on experience in caretaking, general maintenance and minor repairs

Confident using hand tools and basic machinery

Practical knowledge of grounds maintenance and decorating

Familiar with risk assessments, COSHH, and basic Health & Safety legislation

Able to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Basic hand tools

Basic machinery

Job description

Maintenance Operative

Bayards Court, Dartmouth

£15.50 per hour

39 hours per week

Because every detail matters

At Vivant Care, every space matters - because it's where comfort and care come to life. As our Maintenance Operative, you'll be the person who makes sure everything works as it should, from fixing the little things to keeping our home safe and welcoming.

This role is about more than tools and repairs - it's about creating an environment where residents feel secure and supported every day. You'll take pride in solving problems quickly, planning ahead, and ensuring our home always meets the highest standards.

Your role

• Carry out repairs, maintenance, and routine safety checks to a high standard
• Liaise with contractors and stakeholders to ensure safe, high-quality work is completed on time and in line with regulations
• Test and log equipment including PAT, fire alarms, emergency lighting, generators and plant rooms
• Respond quickly to complaints, service breakdowns and emergencies such as power or water outages
• Keep tools and equipment in good condition, manage stock levels and stay within budget
• Maintain accurate records, complete monthly audits and prepare reports for senior managers

Your skills

• Hands‑on experience in caretaking, general maintenance and minor repairs
• Confident using hand tools and basic machinery
• Practical knowledge of grounds maintenance and decorating
• Familiar with risk assessments, COSHH, and basic Health & Safety legislation
• Able to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently
• Full UK driving licence required

Your rewards

You deserve more than the basics. That's why, alongside 25 days' annual leave (rising to 30, plus bank holidays), occupational sick pay linked to length of service, and a pension matched up to 7% , we've created a package to help you thrive :

• Health and wellbeing support - including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments, plus an Employee Assistance Programme offering medical, financial, and legal advice, as well as short‑term counselling
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Parental leave arrangements and paid volunteering days
• Company‑funded training and ongoing career development opportunities
• Flexible working options
• Exclusive retail discounts , Cycle to Work, and brand‑new salary sacrifice electric car schemes

Some rewards are subject to a qualifying period or other criteria - please get in touch for more information.

Why Vivant? With over 25 years of experience from Sanctuary Care behind us, Vivant Care is built on a foundation of trusted expertise and a bold vision for the future of care. When you join Vivant Care, you're not just stepping into a role - you're helping shape a new standard for later‑life living.

Curious about what it's like to work with us? Discover our values, culture, and real stories from our teams at www.vivant-care.co.uk/jobs or follow us on socials.

Before you apply

• We're currently only accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK.
• If you're applying internally, please use your internal careers account to submit your application.
• We may receive a high volume of applications and reserve the right to close this advert early - so don't miss out, apply as soon as you can.

Inclusion is one of our core values. We're committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process in line with our Disability Confident employer status.

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.

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