Maintenance Operative - Floating

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL; Worcester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van and fuel card provided

25 days annual leave (pro rata)

Cycle to Work scheme

Wellbeing resources

Contributory pension

Life assurance

Job summary

Sanctuary Care is seeking a Regional Maintenance Operative - Floating to support our care homes across Worcestershire. The role focuses on safety, maintenance, and presentation, with a company van provided and a 40-hour workweek.

You will coordinate with contractors, conduct essential checks, and cover across homes as needed. A driving license and basic DIY skills are required, with opportunities for growth within the Care Asset Team.

Qualifications

• Ability to work collaboratively within a regional maintenance team.
• Practical skills in recognizing and performing minor repairs (basic plumbing, DIY).
• Fundamental knowledge of health and safety protocols; Legionella awareness is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and access to personal transport.
• Daily use of iPad and/or laptop with compliance applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the Care Asset Team working across Worcestershire care homes.
• Maintain safety, cleaning, and presentation of homes and gardens.
• Perform regular health and safety checks (fire alarm, water flushing, bed safety checks).
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, colleagues, and contractors.
• Occasionally visit other homes to provide cover or assist with planned maintenance.

Skills

Team collaboration

DIY repairs

Health & safety knowledge

Driver's license

Tech literacy (iPad/Laptop)

Tools

iPad usage

Laptop usage

Job description

Title: Maintenance Operative - Floating

Worcester, Worcestershire, GB, WR2

Regional Maintenance Operative - Floating

Covering our homes across Worcestershire

£35,000 per annum and company van

40 hours per week

Sanctuary Care has over 100 care homes and you can ‘feel’ the difference a team makes the moment you step through one of our doors.

Are you our next Regional Maintenance Operative? Here’s more about the role:

As a Regional Maintenance Operative working within the Care Asset Team, the role is to provide support to the existing team that works within the care homes located in Worcestershire.

You will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our residents and staff, as well as maintaining the overall presentation of the homes and gardens.

Regular health and safety checks are essential to create a safe environment for everyone. This may include fire alarm, water flushing, and bed safety checks, among others. Effective communication is vital in your role.

You will regularly engage with residents, their families, and colleagues as part of your daily activities. Additionally, you will liaise with contractors, coordinate their services, and ensure that work is completed to a high standard.

As this is a regional role, visits to other homes may be necessary to provide cover or as part of planned maintenance activities.

What skills do I need?

• Collaboration is key! A cohesive team fosters a positive environment for residents and contributes to a thriving home.
• Practical skills in recognizing and performing minor repairs are important, such as basic plumbing skills and DIY experience.
• The ideal candidate should possess fundamental knowledge of health and safety protocols. Familiarity with Legionella disease is also beneficial.
• Having a valid driver’s license and access to personal transportation are necessary requirements.
• The role will include use of an iPad and or Laptop along with compliance applications that you will use daily.

At the heart of our organisation are our incredible people and we're dedicated to making Sanctuary Care an amazing place to work. That's why we provide a package that includes support for:

Your Mind and Body

• Occupational sick pay after 12 month’s service (for those on contracted hours only and subject to qualifying period)
• Confidential 24/7 employee advice service (Includes medical and legal advice)
• Wellbeing resources through our employee platforms including Aviva Digicare
• A greener commute with our Cycle to Work scheme

Your Financial Wellbeing

• Additional compensation for overtime
• Financial wellbeing support including access to affordable loans via salary finance and free mortgage advice
• Exclusive discounts through our e-hub platform
• Securing your future with our contributory pension plan, matched up to 7%
• Life assurance

• Enhanced Parental leave schemes (Adoption, Maternity, Paternity and Shared) after qualifying period

Your Job

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Company van and fuel card provided
• Complimentary meals during shifts lasting over 10 hours
• Growth and development with us through comprehensive training and internal career opportunities
• Ability to be part of our inclusive staff networks like the Parent Network and Disability Network
• Loyalty recognition scheme for 12 month’s service onwards
• CQC Inspection bonus (subject to qualifying criteria)

We hope you feel you could be our next team member.

We are only currently accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK.

We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working.

An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.

Sanctuary Care Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.

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