Maintenance Operative

Bluebell View Care Home; Whittington; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced DBS

Uniform provided

Group life assurance

Wagestream

Meal during shifts

GP for you and dependants

Discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning & development

Career progression

Long service awards

Refer a Friend £1000

Job summary

Bluebell View Care Home in Oswestry is seeking a Maintenance Operative to keep the home safe, well maintained and fully operational. This hands-on role covers repairs, inspections and general upkeep across the building and grounds, working with the Home Manager and team.

You will handle equipment and systems with a proactive, practical approach, ensuring health and safety standards are met, and supporting maintenance planning and contractor coordination.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance, facilities or 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.
• Proactive and practical approach to tasks.
• Reliable, organised and able to problem solve.

Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs across the building and grounds.
• Inspect and maintain equipment and systems to ensure safety and functionality.
• Support maintenance planning and safety/compliance checks.
• Coordinate with contractors and Home Manager as needed.
• Maintain a well organised, safe and functional environment.

Skills

Maintenance / Facilities experience

General repairs, electrical & building

Independent work & workload

Health and safety procedures

Proactive & practical

Reliable, organized & problem solve

Job description

About Bluebell View

Bluebell View is an 80 bed care home in Oswestry, Shropshire, providing residential, nursing and residential dementia care. Our dedicated team works together to deliver high quality, person centred care, supporting residents to live with dignity, independence and comfort in a welcoming environment.

Maintenance Operative Contract

• Contracted to 40 hours per week
• Paid DBS, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview

As a Maintenance Operative, 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
• 'Refer a Friend' scheme offering up to £1,000 per successful referral, depending on the role

About Care Concern Group

Bluebell 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.