Maintenance Operative – Care Home & On-Call Support

Avery Healthcare; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare is seeking a Maintenance Operative – Bank at Wandsworth Common Care Home in London to keep the building and grounds well maintained. You will perform routine maintenance, basic electrical, plumbing and joinery tasks, and help residents set up rooms to their liking.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year in general maintenance, holds a full driving licence, and understands health and safety practices including COSHH and Fire Safety. DBS check will be carried out by Avery.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year in a general maintenance or handy person role.
• Full driving licence required.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety, Moving & Handling, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance tasks and basic repairs (electrical, plumbing, joinery, building) inside and outside the Home.
• Assist new residents with room setup as needed.
• Ensure routine decoration maintains standards in the home.
• Advise on supply and quality of items and order replacements as required.
• Provide out-of-hours emergency service and be on the on-call rota.

Skills

General maintenance experience

Adaptable and flexible

Full driving licence

Health and safety knowledge

Moving and Handling

COSHH awareness

Education

Trade qualification in a relevant field

Job description

Avery Healthcare is seeking a Maintenance Operative – Bank at Wandsworth Common Care Home in London to keep the building and grounds well maintained. You will perform routine maintenance, basic electrical, plumbing and joinery tasks, and help residents set up rooms to their liking.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year in general maintenance, holds a full driving licence, and understands health and safety practices including COSHH and Fire Safety. DBS check will be carried out by Avery.