Maintenance Operative

Prime Life; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home provider in Scunthorpe is seeking a Maintenance Worker to ensure the upkeep and safety of the premises. The role involves routine maintenance, audits, and compliance with health and safety regulations. Candidates should possess good communication skills and the ability to work independently, with experience in building trades being a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in building trades (Electrical, carpentry, plumbing) is an advantage.
• Ability to work autonomously without supervision is essential.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Undertake all monthly, quarterly and yearly testing of the Homes.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks and repairs as requested.
• Check maintenance folder for outstanding work.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

Make a difference every day and give back to your community!

This role is based within a Care Home setting and as such an understanding and respect for the needs and privacy of our residents is very important.

Covering the Scunthorpe and Lincolnshire area.

Main function of the job:-

To undertake maintenance in accordance with best practice, according to policy and procedures, agreed standards, legislative requirements and government regulations.The position includes a number of responsibilities supporting management through premises audits, monthly testing and any other services required.

Main duties of the role:-

• Undertake all monthly, quarterly and yearly testing of the Homes. Keeping accurate records and sending reports.
• Undertake all routine maintenance tasks and repairs as requested by Home Manager, Estates Supervisor and Estates Manager.
• Check the maintenance folder for outstanding work to be completed.
• Checking of water temperatures of sinks, showers and baths, monthly, quarterly and 6 monthly.
• Set priorities of maintenance tasks with Estates Supervisors.
• On a monthly basis undertake Fire Alarm tests and emergency lights.
• Cleaning shower heads and waste traps.
• Purchase and collection of consumables and control of maintenance stock.
• Fit shelves and pictures in residents rooms as requested.
• Ensure all fire exits are clear.
• Liaise with trades and contractors working in the services.
• Assist other maintenance personnel.
• Maintain an awareness of health and safety requirements.

Personal Specification:-

• Experience in building trades an advantage but not essential ( Electrical, carpentry, plumbing)
• Able to work autonomously without supervision is a must.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Good problem solving skills.

You will also be subject to a DBS check, and will be required to provide relevant ID in accordance with this check.