Maintenance Operative in Wellesley road

Shaw healthcare (Group) Ltd; Greater London; Presencial; GBP 18.000 - 23.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

28 days annual leave

Employee-owned company

Refer a Friend Scheme

Pension scheme

Descripción de la vacante

Shaw Healthcare is seeking a Maintenance Operative at Wellesley Road in Camden to keep the home, grounds and essential systems in top condition. You will support resident wellbeing and safety, and assist with routine maintenance and safety compliance.

Join as part of a caring team in a dementia-friendly setting, maintaining records, supervising contractors and contributing to a welcoming environment for residents and staff alike.

Formación

• Previous experience in building maintenance or facilities management.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritise workloads.
• Good communication with residents, relatives, contractors and colleagues.
• Friendly, approachable and respectful manner.

Responsabilidades

• Carry out day-to-day maintenance, repairs and general upkeep of the home and surrounding grounds.
• Complete routine inspections, servicing and safety checks, ensuring records are maintained.
• Conduct regular testing of fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, water temperatures, boilers and other essential systems.
• Identify and report maintenance issues promptly, arranging specialist repairs with the Home Manager.
• Maintain tools, equipment and maintenance stores in a safe and organised manner.
• Support compliance with Health & Safety legislation, including COSHH, fire safety and infection prevention procedures.
• Be the first point of contact for maintenance requests from colleagues.
• Assist with staff inductions by supporting fire safety and emergency evacuation training.
• Participate in emergency call-outs where required.
• Support residents' outings by driving the home's minibus (where appropriately licensed and required).

Conocimientos

Maintenance experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

People skills

Descripción del empleo

1 Wellesley Road, Camden, London NW5 4PN

Salary: £14.80 per hour At Shaw Healthcare, we know that a well-maintained environment is essential to delivering exceptional care. As the UK's largest employee-owned healthcare company and a proud Real Living Wage Employer, we value every colleague and recognise the important part they play in enhancing the lives of our residents.

Maintenance Operative at Wellesley road

Location: 1 Wellesley Road, Camden, London NW5 4PN

Salary: £14.80 per hour

At Shaw Healthcare, we know that a well-maintained environment is essential to delivering exceptional care. As the UK's largest employee-owned healthcare company and a proud Real Living Wage Employer, we value every colleague and recognise the important part they play in enhancing the lives of our residents.

We're looking for a reliable, skilled and caring Maintenance Operative to join our team at Wellesley Road in Camden

This is more than a maintenance role. You'll help create a safe, welcoming and dementia-friendly home where residents can live comfortably, families feel reassured, and colleagues have the environment they need to provide outstanding care.

About The Role

Working closely with the Home Manager, you'll be responsible for maintaining the home, its grounds and essential systems to the highest standard. Your work will directly support the wellbeing, comfort and safety of our residents, ensuring the home remains a pleasant place to live and work.

You’ll carry out planned and reactive maintenance, oversee contractors, complete health and safety checks, and respond promptly to repairs while always considering the needs of residents, particularly those living with dementia.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day maintenance, repairs and general upkeep of the home and surrounding grounds.
• Complete routine inspections, servicing and safety checks, ensuring all records are maintained accurately.
• Conduct regular testing of fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, water temperatures, boilers and other essential systems in line with regulatory requirements.
• Identify and report maintenance issues promptly, arranging specialist repairs where necessary in conjunction with the Home Manager.
• Maintain tools, equipment and maintenance stores in a safe and organised manner.
• Support compliance with Health & Safety legislation, including COSHH, fire safety and infection prevention procedures.
• Be the first point of contact for maintenance requests from colleagues.
• Assist with staff inductions by supporting fire safety and emergency evacuation training.
• Participate in emergency call-outs where required.
• Support residents' outings by driving the home's minibus (where appropriately licensed and required).

About You

You will have:

• Previous experience in building maintenance, facilities management, caretaking or a similar maintenance role.
• Good practical skills across a range of maintenance disciplines
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.
• The ability to communicate confidently with residents, relatives, contractors and colleagues.
• A friendly, approachable and respectful manner.

Why Join Shaw Healthcare?

When you join Shaw, you become part of a supportive organisation where every colleague is recognised for the difference they make.

Our Benefits Include

• Excellent career progression opportunities.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Employee-owned company – colleagues have received over £2,850 each in tax-free bonuses to date.
• Refer a Friend Scheme – earn up to £1,000.
• 28 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays, pro rata).
• Company Sick Pay.
• Enhanced pay for bank holidays.
• Free uniform.
• Discounted homemade meals while on shift.
• Pension scheme.
• 24/7 online GP service.
• Access to over 1,600 retail, leisure and holiday discounts.
• Death in service benefit (subject to eligibility).
• Shaw Star Awards and Long Service Awards.
• Employee Assistance Programme providing free, confidential support for your physical, mental and financial wellbeing.