Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Maintenance Person to join our team. This role involves ensuring the smooth operation and upkeep of our facilities and equipment through proactive maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to work independently or supervise a team. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a safe and efficient working environment while developing your expertise in various maintenance disciplines.
Duties
- Order all materials for the Home i.e. maintenance and equipment and check all deliveries against the orders
- Keep accurate records of all service contracts, etc. and dates of all inspections
- Ensure the outside of the buildings and grounds are maintained to a safe and good standard of repair, carry out any works with the minimum disturbance to residents and/or staff
- Carry out routine repairs and monitoring on all systems and advise on any potential problems to the Registered Manager
- Fire control log book check
- Emergency lighting
- Nurse call system
- Attend training days as required on current legislation and procedures in order to keep up to date, especially with Health and Safety prevention, and also staff meetings at Managers request.
- Make every effort to minimise waste and control costs.
- Ensure tools and equipment are adequately maintained and stored in a place of safety, secured from access by unauthorised persons.
- Ensure all electrical appliances brought into the home by residents, relatives and any other person, are checked by Portable Appliance Testing under the Health and Safety regulations.
- Regularly check boilers are functioning correctly.
- Ensure the safety and cleanliness within the Home and grounds is to the satisfaction of the Environmental Health, Fire and Safety at Work Regulations.
- Ensure Fire Alarm system is activated weekly to ensure proper working order and results recorded.
- Liaise with the Manager/Housekeeper with regard to general ‘high cleaning’
- and any cleaning that would require assistance in moving heavy furniture, carpet shampooing etc.
- Carry out statutory testing of water services in line with company policy and current codes of practice every six months. Do water temperature checks monthly and check for Legionnaires yearly.
- Keep gutters and drainage points clear of leaves and debris.
- Repair fixtures and fittings where possible or liaise with Manager if specialist repair is necessary.
- Assist with induction of staff with operation of emergency exits, fire points and evacuation procedures. Keep a record of all instructions given as required by Manager, especially where equipment is involved.
- Ensure that all staff are aware to use the Maintenance Person first for any repairs before calling out any specialists, as the cost implications are high.
- Painting and decorating as required.
This position requires a proactive approach to maintenance, strong technical expertise, and excellent communication skills. Candidates should be organised, safety-conscious, and capable of working independently or leading a team as needed.
Pay: £15.29 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
