Regional Maintenance Operative

Sanctuary Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellbeing support

Life insurance

Parental leave & annual leave

Company-funded training

Flexible working

Free meals

Retail discounts

Job summary

Sanctuary Group in London is seeking a Regional Maintenance Operative to support our homes across the capital. This full-time role is 40 hours per week, with a salary of £36,941 per annum and a company van to help you perform essential repairs and maintenance.

You will carry out health and safety checks, minor repairs, and garden upkeep while communicating clearly with residents, families and contractors. We offer ongoing training, recognition for your contributions and a supportive, inclusive

Qualifications

• Practical experience in minor repairs and DIY.
• Understanding of health and safety protocols.
• Valid driving licence and access to transport.
• Confident using an iPad or laptop for compliance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Carry out minor repairs and maintain the home and garden to a high standard.
• Conduct health and safety checks to keep residents safe.
• Coordinate contractor visits and ensure work meets quality standards.
• Provide cover at other homes when needed.
• Communicate clearly with residents, families and colleagues.

Skills

Practical repairs

Basic plumbing

Health & safety awareness

Team communication

Driving licence

Digital literacy (iPad/ laptop)

Job description

Regional Maintenance Operative

Covering our homes across London

£36,941 per annum and company van

40 hours per week

Discover your sense of belonging

We believe care is more than a job – it’s a calling, and we’d love you to be part of it. We’re excited to welcome a Maintenance Operative to our friendly team in London. With 94% of our colleagues saying they would recommend Sanctuary Care as a great place to work, you’ll be joining a culture where you’re supported to thrive and grow, and recognised for the difference you make.

We're proudly Investors in People Gold accredited and not-for-profit, which means every penny we make goes straight back into our people and our homes. Whether you’ve already found your calling or you’re still discovering it, we’ll support you every step of the way. From your first day to your dream role, we’ll help you get there.

When you join Sanctuary Care, you’re joining an award-winning team where colleagues and residents truly matter. We’re proud winners of the 2025 Nursing Times Award for Care of Older People and the 2025 Care Home Awards Best for Training and Development, and Outstanding Larger Care Home Group.

Your role

• Access practical training to build confidence in key tasks – including plumbing essentials and repair best practices
• Benefit from development opportunities shaped by Maintenance Operative feedback
• Carry out regular health and safety checks to keep everyone safe
• Complete minor repairs and maintain the home and garden to a high standard
• Communicate clearly with residents, families, colleagues and contractors
• Coordinate contractor visits and ensure work meets quality standards
• Provide cover at other homes when needed

Your skills

• Practical experience in minor repairs, basic plumbing and DIY
• Understanding of health and safety protocols (Legionella awareness desirable)
• Ability to work well with others and communicate effectively
• Valid driving licence and access to transport
• Confidence using an iPad or laptop for compliance tasks

Your rewards

• Health and wellbeing support – including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments, plus an Employee Assistance Programme offering medical, financial, and legal advice, as well as short-term counselling
• Company-paid life insurance
• Enhanced Parental leave arrangements and annual leave purchase scheme
• Company-funded training and ongoing career development opportunities, including our Team Leader Development Programme
• Flexible working options and an inclusive culture where everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent networks
• Free meals dependant on shift duration
• Exclusive retail discounts, Cycle to Work, and salary sacrifice arrangements

Some rewards are subject to a qualifying period or other criteria – visit our website for more information.

Before you apply

• We can only accept applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK.
• All roles require safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including criminal records and overseas police checks if needed; for more information, please get in touch.
• Internal candidates should apply via their internal careers account.
• We may close this advert early, so please apply as soon as possible.

Inclusion is one of our core values.

We’re committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process in line with our Disability Confident employer status.