Maintenance Operative

Care Concern Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG/DBS paid

Pension

Uniform provided

Wagestream – pay access

Free meals on shift

Employee assistance programme

Career development opportunities

Discounts

Life assurance

Job summary

Brookdale View Care Home in Manchester is seeking a Maintenance Officer to keep the home safe, well maintained and fully operational. This hands-on role involves repairs, inspections, installations and general upkeep to ensure a comfortable, safe environment for residents.

Working with the Home Manager, you’ll help coordinate maintenance planning, safety checks and contractor work while upholding health and safety standards and delivering a proactive, practical service.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance, facilities or a similar role.
• Knowledge of general repairs, electrical and building maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Proactive and practical approach.
• Reliable, organised and able to problem solve.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance tasks across the building and grounds, including repairs, inspections, installations and upkeep.
• Ensure equipment and systems are safe and functioning, identifying issues early and taking action.
• Support maintenance planning, compliance checks and contractor coordination with the Home Manager.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Electrical maintenance

Building maintenance

Health and safety

Independent worker

Problem solving

Job description

About Brookdale View Care Home

Brookdale View Care Home is a welcoming 48 bed care home in Newton Heath, Manchester, offering residential and nursing care. With a friendly, family focused atmosphere and a dedicated team, you will have the opportunity to build strong relationships with residents and make a genuine difference to their everyday lives. The home is also conveniently located close to Manchester city centre, with good public transport links.

Maintenance Officer Contract

• £14.05 - £14.40 per hour
• Contracted to 38 hours per week
• Paid PVG/DBS, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview

As a Maintenance Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring the home remains safe, well maintained and fully operational at all times. This is a hands on role with responsibility, where your practical skills and proactive approach will directly support the safety, comfort and overall environment.

You will carry out a wide range of maintenance tasks across the building and grounds, including repairs, inspections, installations and general upkeep. You will ensure equipment and systems are working safely and efficiently, identifying issues early and taking appropriate action.

Working closely with the Home Manager and wider team, you will support maintenance planning, compliance checks and contractor coordination where required. You will help maintain a well organised, safe and fully functional environment, ensuring all work is carried out in line with health and safety standards.

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience in maintenance, facilities or a similar role
• Good knowledge of general repairs, electrical and building maintenance
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Understanding of health and safety procedures
• A proactive and practical approach
• Reliable, organised and able to problem solve

What We Offer

• Paid Enhanced DBS
• Uniform provided
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream - financial wellbeing support and flexible access to earned pay
• A nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• GP Online for you and your dependants under 16
• Access to more than 1,600 high-street and online discounts
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Award-winning learning and development, with support to achieve recognised qualifications
• Clear opportunities for career development and progression
• Recognition initiatives and Long Service Awards

About Care Concern Group

Brookdale View is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and creating supportive, rewarding workplaces where our colleagues can grow, develop and thrive.

Our five values Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity shape how we care, how we work and how we support one another.

If you want a role where your experience is valued, your character matters and your work has genuine purpose, we would love to hear from you.