Senior Maintenance Operative

HICA; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading not-for-profit care organization in the UK is seeking a Senior Maintenance Operative to maintain high standards across various service locations. This hands-on role involves coordinating maintenance tasks, ensuring safety compliance, and carrying out repairs. Candidates must have experience in maintenance, general repairs, and knowledge of health and safety regulations. A full UK driving license is essential for this role. The position offers competitive pay of £14.42 per hour and promotes a rewarding workplace environment.

Benefits

Access to earned wages instantly

Car & Cycle Schemes

Refer-a-Friend Bonus

Career Growth

Discounted health plans

Free counselling support

Free parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience in maintenance and minor repairs is required.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations is essential.
• Experience working in a care setting is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate minor maintenance work according to policies.
• Accountable for health and safety in maintenance tasks.
• Carry out small repairs and report potential issues.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety checks.

Skills

General repairs / DIY skills

Supervision

Health and Safety knowledge

Effective communication skills

Friendly and compassionate attitude

Proactive planning

Education

Relevant qualifications

Job description

Join Our Team as a Senior Maintenance Operative!

The HICA Group

has an exciting opportunity for a skilled

Senior Maintenance Operative

to help us maintain our high standards as we continue to invest in and develop our services.

This is a hands-on role where you'll play a key part in ensuring our care environments remain safe, welcoming, and well-maintained for the people who live and work in them.

We welcome applications from candidates across both the North and South Bank, as our locations include :

Bridlington | Withernsea | Hull | Brigg | Scunthorpe | Grimsby | Goole

full UK driving licence

is essential for this role, as you'll be supporting multiple sites.

The company is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

Pay & Hours

Rate of Pay: £14.42 per hour

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday (8am - 5pm)

The Role

• Co-ordinate all minor maintenance work in line with standard and HICA policies and procedures including project work as directed by the Head of Estates and Estates Support Manager.
• To be accountable for all work carried out at each service including health & safety.
• To carry out minor works (small repairs) and small to medium projects as directed.
• To identify areas in each service that pose a potential issue and report as required.
• To be responsible for the safe use of all equipment within your direct control including petrol powered, electrically powered and all hand tools as required to carry out the work.
• Support the Head of Estates with Health, Safety and Environmental issues, completing Health and Safety compliance checks and provide reports and recommendations.
• To co-ordinate the agreed purchasing and procurement of materials, services and items as required through the Estates Team.
• To ensure that all works are carried out to specification and keeping costs to a minimum at all times, looking for in-house alternatives where feasible.

Experience

• Must have previous experience of general repairs / DIY skills and maintenance.
• Experience of supervising others.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety.
• Effective communication skills.
• Friendly and compassionate.
• Able to interact and respond to Service Users.
• Able to plan and be pro-active in requirements.
• Experience of working within a care setting would be advantageous.
• Any relevant qualifications would be beneficial.

Rewards & Benefits

• Stream
• Access up to 50% of your earned wages instantly
• Car & Cycle Schemes
• Spread MOT / repair costs & save up to £1,000 with Halfords
• Refer-a-Friend Bonus
• Earn £250£2,000
• Instant Recognition
• Win vouchers for going above and beyond
• Career Growth
• Funded qualifications & clear progression
• Monthly Lottery
• Big cash prizes
• Exclusive Discounts
• Retail, supermarkets, holidays & more
• Fitness Perks
• Gym discounts & free workouts
• Smart Savings & Loans
• Affordable finance options
• Health Plans
• Discounted hospital & death benefit cover
• Wellbeing Support
• Free counselling & 24 / 7 EAP
• Free Parking
• Hassle-free parking at work

About us

Based at our Hessle based Head Office, you will join a great maintenance team in very enjoyable surroundings. The HICA Group is a very exciting and rewarding place to work helping to support our residents and service users.

The HICA Group are a Not for Profit organisation providing a range of care services to older people and people with learning difficulties both within residential and nursing homes and within the community.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.

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