Maintenance Person

Restful Homes; Evesham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home facility in the UK is looking for a dedicated Maintenance Person to ensure the upkeep of the premises, including electrical, plumbing, and general repairs. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of maintenance experience and will operate with flexibility to support multiple locations. The role includes responsibilities in preventative maintenance, inspections, and overseeing contractor work. A driving license is essential, and the position is full-time and on-site.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in maintenance.
• Driving licence is required.
• Skilled in building maintenance, preferably in electrical, plumbing, or carpentry.

Responsibilities

• Perform various repairs and maintenance tasks in the building.
• Conduct regular site inspections and maintain records.
• Implement preventative maintenance programs.

Skills

Building maintenance skills

Electrical skills

Plumbing skills

Carpentry skills

DIY skills

COSHH/Health and Safety knowledge

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

*** We do not offer sponsorships at the moment and you must also be residing within the UK to be considered for this role ***

JOB SUMMARY

Austen Court Care Home are seeking an experienced and dedicated maintenance person to join their team! To act as Maintenance person, responding to a variety of requests for repairs and general maintenance of the building and grounds, fixings, fittings and equipment and providing a general courier service.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures the upkeep and maintenance of the site, including all building, mechanical and electrical systems, specialist equipment and its general contents
• Ensures the serviceability of all heating, lighting, plumbing and all services and non-medical equipment, including emergency lighting and fire alarms
• Conducts regular inspections of the premises and maintains documented records of all preventative maintenance, breakdowns, repairs and alterations
• On a weekly basis, undertake the fire alarm test and routine check of wheelchairs, reclining chairs and nursing beds
• Develops and implements preventative maintenance programmes in accordance with company policies and regulatory standards
• Organises PAT testing of electrical items in accordance with Health and Safety requirements
• Reports major faults that are likely to incur significant expenditure or require the services of a specialist contractor
• Supervise works carried out by contractors and authorise day sheets prior to payment of invoices
• Maintain inventories of all maintenance equipment
• Accompanies local fire officer on inspections
• Provides an on-call service should emergency works be required
• Must be flexible to work in a number of Care Homes to support other maintenance personnel and cover holiday periods
• Able to be called upon during out of normal working hours

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Skilled / semi-skilled capabilities within the building industry, preferably in the electrical, plumbing or carpentry sections
• Hand and power tool operation applicable to trade
• DIY skills to support the range of maintenance activities
• COSHH / Health and Safety

If you are a motivated individual with a passion for maintenance work, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to contribute to our team's success.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Experience: Maintenance 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person