Maintenance Operative

Darnford Rose; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 39,262,000 - 42,017,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid training and ongoing professional

Career progression opportunities

Supportive and friendly team

Free uniform

Paid mandatory training

DBS fee refunded

Annual leave 5.6 weeks

Contributory pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Free Blue Light Card

Access to on-demand pay and savings

Job summary

Darnford Rose Care Home is seeking a reliable Maintenance Operative to join our team and help keep the home safe, well-maintained and welcoming. This full-time role offers 37.5 hours per week with a competitive hourly rate of £15.00.

You will handle repairs, planned maintenance and grounds upkeep, contributing to a secure, comfortable environment for residents, families and staff. If you enjoy problem-solving and take pride in your work, we’d love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Experience in a maintenance, facilities or property maintenance role.
• Practical skills across general building maintenance, including basic plumbing, carpentry and decorating.
• Confident identifying faults and carrying out repairs safely and efficiently.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements and safe working practices.
• Organised, reliable and able to manage a varied workload.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and pride in delivering high-quality work.
• Friendly, approachable and team-oriented.
• Has previous experience in a care home, healthcare or similar environment (desirable).
• Holds a relevant trade qualification or Health & Safety certification (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Carry out a wide range of planned and reactive maintenance tasks throughout the home.
• Complete basic plumbing, carpentry, decorating and general building repairs.
• Undertake minor electrical maintenance, such as replacing light fittings and bulbs, where appropriate.
• Maintain gardens, outdoor areas and the overall appearance of the home.
• Carry out painting, decorating and general refurbishment work as required.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify maintenance issues and potential hazards.
• Ensure tools, equipment and plant are maintained and used safely.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and report ongoing issues to the Home Manager.
• Work closely with colleagues to respond promptly to maintenance requests.

Skills

General maintenance

Plumbing basics

Carpentry basics

Decorating

Health & Safety

Problem solving

Team player

Organised

Job description

Maintenance Operative

Job Summary

Darnford Rose Care Home is looking for a reliable, practical and proactive Maintenance Operative to join our team.

We can offer a full time role, 37.5 Hours per week and a competitive hourly rate of £15.00 per hour.

As our Maintenance Operative, you'll help ensure our home remains safe, well-maintained and welcoming for residents, families, visitors and colleagues. From carrying out repairs and planned maintenance to maintaining our gardens and supporting health and safety compliance, you'll play a vital role in creating an environment where people feel comfortable, secure and at home.

If you enjoy problem-solving and take pride in your work, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

As our Maintenance Operative, you will:

• Carry out a wide range of planned and reactive maintenance tasks throughout the home.
• Complete basic plumbing, carpentry, decorating and general building repairs.
• Undertake minor electrical maintenance, such as replacing light fittings and bulbs, where appropriate.
• Maintain gardens, outdoor areas and the overall appearance of the home.
• Carry out painting, decorating and general refurbishment work as required.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify maintenance issues and potential hazards.
• Ensure tools, equipment and plant are maintained and used safely.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and report ongoing issues to the Home Manager.
• Work closely with colleagues to respond promptly to maintenance requests.
• Support compliance with Health & Safety legislation, fire safety procedures and company policies.
• Help create a safe, welcoming and well-maintained environment for everyone who visits or lives in the home.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience in a maintenance, facilities or property maintenance role.
• Has practical skills across general building maintenance, including basic plumbing, carpentry and decorating.
• Is confident identifying faults and carrying out repairs safely and efficiently.
• Has a good understanding of Health & Safety requirements and safe working practices.
• Is organised, reliable and able to manage a varied workload.
• Has excellent problem-solving skills and takes pride in delivering high-quality work.
• Is friendly, approachable and enjoys working as part of a team.
• Has previous experience within a care home, healthcare or similar environment (desirable).
• Holds a relevant trade qualification or Health & Safety certification (desirable).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Paid training and ongoing professional development.
• Career progression opportunities across our growing organisation.
• Supportive and friendly team environment.
• Free uniform.
• Paid mandatory training.
• DBS fee refunded.
• Annual leave equivalent to 5.6 weeks (inclusive of Bank Holidays).
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Free Blue Light Card.
• Access to on-demand pay and savings through our financial wellbeing app.