Maintenance Operative

Cambian Group Plc; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recommend A Friend Bonus

Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of BH

Free DBS Check

Blue Light Card

Stakeholder Pension

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Employee Recognition Schemes

Ongoing training with career progress,

CareTech Foundation - grant access

Job summary

CareTech in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a Maintenance Operative for a permanent, full-time role (40 hours per week). You will carry out general maintenance tasks, internal and external painting, assist with cleaning and grounds work, and help operate heating and hot water plant.

You will ensure safe use of equipment, support health and safety, deal with emergencies, and report defects to the site maintenance manager.

Qualifications

• The Maintenance Operative will have Building and Maintenance knowledge.
• Experience with compliance and record keeping.
• A trade background preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance tasks as instructed.
• Carry out internal and external paint and decorating.
• Assist with cleaning or grounds tasks as instructed.
• Assist in operating and maintaining heating and hot water plant.
• Assist in maintaining the outside fabric of the building.
• Ensure the safe use and storage of all equipment and materials.
• Take reasonable care for health and safety of yourself and others, contributing to a safe environment for students/staff/residents.
• Assist in dealing with emergencies.
• Maximise the security of the premises.
• Carry out additional duties compatible with the job description as deemed appropriate by the employer.
• Identify defects and report to the site maintenance manager promptly.

Skills

Maintenance knowledge

Compliance experience

Record keeping

Trade background

Education

Trade background

Job description

Maintenance Operative
Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Permanent| Full time| 40 hours per week

*Must be a Driver*

Please note: We may be unable to support applications where Home Office visa restrictions prevent candidates from meeting the full contractual hours or requirements of the role.

‘Extraordinary Days, Every Day’

At CareTech, we are committed to delivering Extraordinary Days, Every Day through high-quality, person-centred care. Our focus is on empowering independence, building confidence and life skills, and supporting people to live fulfilling lives in environments that best suit their needs

We have an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Operative who is dedicated, passionate and driven to become part of our estates team.

What We Offer:

• Recommend A Friend Bonus
• Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Free DBS Check
• Blue Light Card
• Stakeholder Pension
• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual Employee Awards Evening
• Employee Recognition Schemes
• Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level
• CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grant

The Role:

• To carry out general maintenance tasks as instructed.
• To carry out internal and external paint and decorating
• To assist with cleaning or grounds tasks as instructed.
• To assist in operating and maintaining heating and hot water plant.
• To assist in maintaining the outside fabric of the building.
• To ensure the safe use and storage of all equipment and materials.
• To take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and that of others. This includes contributing to a safe and secure environment for students/staff/residents.
• To assist in dealing with emergencies.
• To maximise the security of the premises.
• To carry out, as and when required, any additional duties and responsibilities as are reasonably compatible with this job description and deemed appropriate by your employer in the interests of the company.
• To identify defects and damage, reporting these promptly to the site maintenance manager.

Requirements:

• The Maintenance Operative will have Building and Maintenance knowledge
• Experience with compliance and record keeping
• A trade background preferred but not essential

Our Values

• Friendly
• Positive
• Innovative
• Empowering
• Person-Centred

About CareTech

Founded in 1993, CareTech is one of the largest and most reputable specialist social care and special education needs providers across the UK. The Group has a track record of more than 30 years, delivering high quality, person-centred care to those with complex needs. The Group was founded by brother Haroon and Farouq Sheikh, who continue to lead CareTech today, providing continuity of leadership, long term stability and a deep personal commitment to the people we support.
CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader.

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7–10 days.

Some roles may require male or female employees only, where this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

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