Maintenance Worker

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

DBS checks

Uniforms

Staff support services

Job summary

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd invites applications for a Maintenance Worker at a care home in Stockton-on-Tees. You will perform both planned and reactive maintenance across the home, including minor repairs and upkeep, and help implement a preventative maintenance schedule.

The role, permanent and full-time, is 40 hours per week with monthly pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including pension, DBS checks, uniforms, and staff support services.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds in plumbing, joinery, electrical or decorating is desirable.
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across the home, including minor repairs and upkeep.
• Develop and follow a planned preventative maintenance schedule.
• Maintain gardens, lawns, paths and outdoor areas.
• Monitor heating, water systems, lighting and other equipment; keep records.
• Test fire alarms and support health and safety compliance.
• Liaise with Home Manager and external contractors for servicing and repairs.

Skills

Practical maintenance

Gardening

Communication skills

Independent and team work

Flexible/out-of-hours

Education

Trade qualification (City & Guilds in plumbing, joinery, electrical or decorating)

Job description

An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a skilled Maintenance Worker to work in a fantastic care home based in the Stockton-on-Tees, Cleveland area. You will be working for one of UK’s leading health care providers

This is an excellent care home which offers high-quality residential care, specialist dementia care, and short-term respite care in a purpose-built setting

As the Maintenance Worker your key duties include:

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across the home, including minor repairs, decorating and general upkeep
• Help develop and follow a planned preventative maintenance schedule in line with the Property Handbook
• Maintain gardens, lawns, paths and outdoor areas, ensuring they are safe, tidy and well-presented
• Monitor and maintain heating, water systems, lighting and other mechanical and electrical equipment, keeping accurate records
• Test fire alarms, carry out fire safety checks and support compliance with health & safety requirements
• Liaise with the Home Manager and external contractors to arrange servicing, repairs and inspections
• Assist with risk assessments and ensure hazards are identified and addressed promptly
• Support the safe movement of furniture and equipment, following manual handling guidance
• Attend training, supervision, appraisals and staff meetings as required

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• Practical skills in general maintenance and/or gardening
• A recognised trade qualification (e.g. City & Guilds in plumbing, joinery, electrical or decorating) – desirable
• Good communication and listening skills
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A flexible approach to work, including occasional travel or out-of-hours attendance when required
• Sensitivity to the needs of older people and a commitment to quality service

The successful Maintenance Worker will receive an excellent salary of £13.75 - £14.09 per hour - Pay frequency is monthly. This exciting position is a permanent full time role working 40 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro-rota for part time)
• A strong pension scheme and life assurance
• Free DBS checks and uniforms (where applicable)
• Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support and access to our hardship fund
• Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family-friendly policies
• Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and the Vivup app
• A full induction, ongoing training and development opportunities
• Long service awards to celebrate your contribution