Maintenance Worker

TipTopJob; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Pension & life assurance

DBS checks & uniform

Counselling & support

Flexible annual leave

Discounts & Vivup app

Induction & training

Long service awards

Job summary

TipTopJob is seeking a Maintenance Worker for a fantastic care home in Stockton-on-Tees. You will carry out planned and reactive maintenance, oversee safety checks and assist with a preventative maintenance schedule to keep the home in excellent condition.

The role requires practical maintenance skills, a trade qualification is desirable, and a flexible approach to work including occasional out-of-hours attendance.

Qualifications

• Previous relevant maintenance experience (essential).
• Practical skills in general maintenance and/or gardening.
• A recognised trade qualification (e.g. City and 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 and 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.

Skills

Maintenance experience

General maintenance

Gardening

Trade qualification

Communication skills

Independence

Flexibility

Older care sensitivity

Education

Trade qualification (plumbing/joinery/electrical/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 UKs 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 and 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:

• Previous relevant maintenance experience (essential)
• Practical skills in general maintenance and/or gardening
• A recognised trade qualification (e.g. City and 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

Benefits

The successful Maintenance Worker will receive an excellent salary of GBP14.09 per hour and the annual salary is GBP29,307.20 per annum. 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

Reference ID: 7277