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Hampshire County Council; Andover; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Hampshire County Council in Andover is seeking a Maintenance Person to keep our homes clean, safe, and pleasant, supporting residents and staff.

You will assist with heavy cleaning, minor repairs, and grounds upkeep while following health and safety procedures, recording checks and building positive relationships with residents. This part-time permanent role offers opportunities for development within the care sector.

Qualifications

• Health and safety regulations knowledge required.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and basic repairs.
• Strong communication and relationships with residents and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and cleaning duties: support housekeeping and minor repairs of buildings, furniture, fittings and grounds.
• Health and safety checks and record-keeping of alarms and water temperatures per procedures.
• Record keeping of written logs and incident reports.
• Build positive relationships with residents, their families and staff.

Skills

Health and safety awareness

Routine maintenance

Team player

Empathy

Resident relations

Job description

Our homes provide the right environment for us to deliver the outstanding care our residents deserve. As a Maintenance Person you’ll play a key role in ensuring we can deliver our services in a clean, safe, and pleasant environment, so our residents and staff can feel proud of their surroundings.

What you'll do:

• Maintenance and cleaning duties: Support the Maintenance Supervisor with heavy cleaning, essential minor maintenance and repair work of buildings, furniture and fittings and maintenance of grounds and gardens, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and Health and Safety compliance at all times.
• Health and safety: Undertake checks, test and record fire and security alarms systems and equipment and test and record water temperatures and content in accordance with procedures.
• Record Keeping: Keep written records, such as record books or incident report sheets.
• Build Relationships: Establish positive and supportive connections with residents, their families and colleagues.

What we're looking for:

• Understanding of Health and Safety regulations.
• Routine maintenance skills.
• Excellent team player.
• Ability to build positive relationships with colleagues.
• Empathy and understanding in interactions with residents.

Why join us:

• Rewarding Work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents and know that you can help improve the quality of life of others and make a lasting impact on the lives of those you care for.
• Supportive Environment: Work in a friendly and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to support people in our community.
• Professional Growth: We invest in your future. With ongoing development opportunities, you’ll have the chance to enhance your skills and advance your career in the care sector.
• Competitive Benefits Package

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Other roles you may have experience of may include: Maintenance, Handyman, Facilities, Facilities Assistant, Buildings Maintenance Worker, Maintenance Technician.

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Maintenance Person HCC624742

Company: Hampshire County Council

Salary: £26,018 to £27,111 a year, pro rata

Hours: Part-time

Location: Andover, SP10 3JY

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 18 Sept 2026

Closing date: 11 Oct 2026

Summary

Our homes provide the right environment for us to deliver the outstanding care our residents deserve. As a Maintenance Person you’ll play a key role in ensuring we can deliver our services in a clean, safe, and pleasant environment, so our residents and staff can feel proud of their surroundings.

What you'll do:

• Maintenance and cleaning duties: Support the Maintenance Supervisor with heavy cleaning, essential minor maintenance and repair work of buildings, furniture and fittings and maintenance of grounds and gardens, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and Health and Safety compliance at all times.
• Health and safety: Undertake checks, test and record fire and security alarms systems and equipment and test and record water temperatures and content in accordance with procedures.
• Record Keeping: Keep written records, such as record books or incident report sheets.
• Build Relationships: Establish positive and supportive connections with residents, their families and colleagues.

What we're looking for:

• Understanding of Health and Safety regulations.
• Routine maintenance skills.
• Excellent team player.
• Ability to build positive relationships with colleagues.
• Empathy and understanding in interactions with residents.

Why join us:

• Rewarding Work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents and know that you can help improve the quality of life of others and make a lasting impact on the lives of those you care for.
• Supportive Environment: Work in a friendly and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to support people in our community.
• Professional Growth: We invest in your future. With ongoing development opportunities, you’ll have the chance to enhance your skills and advance your career in the care sector.
• Competitive Benefits Package