Please note: We do not currently offer sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be residing within the UK to be considered.
About the Role
Drumconner Care Home is seeking a reliable, skilled, and proactive Maintenance Person to join our team on a part-time basis.
Working alongside our maintenance team, you will be responsible for ensuring the care home's buildings, grounds, equipment, and facilities are maintained to a high standard, providing a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for our residents, visitors, and staff.
This is a varied and hands-on role that requires practical maintenance skills, attention to detail, and the ability to respond efficiently to repair and maintenance requests.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out routine maintenance and repairs to the building, grounds, fixtures, fittings, and equipment.
- Ensure the ongoing serviceability of heating, lighting, plumbing, fire alarms, emergency lighting, and other building systems.
- Conduct regular inspections of the premises and maintain accurate maintenance records.
- Undertake weekly fire alarm testing and routine safety checks of wheelchairs, reclining chairs, and nursing beds.
- Assist in implementing preventative maintenance programmes in line with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Complete Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) in accordance with Health and Safety regulations.
- Identify and report major faults requiring specialist contractors or significant expenditure.
- Supervise contractors carrying out works on site and verify completed work before invoice approval.
- Drive the minibus and residents to appointments, trips out etc.
- Maintain inventories of maintenance tools, equipment, and supplies.
- Support inspections carried out by external agencies, including the local Fire Officer.
- Provide emergency maintenance support when required.
Please note that this list is not exhaustive, and additional duties may be assigned within the scope of the role.
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
The ideal candidate will have:
- Previous maintenance experience within a commercial, residential, healthcare, or care home environment.
- Practical skills in one or more of the following areas:
- Electrical maintenance
- Plumbing
- Carpentry
- General building repairs
- Competence in the safe use of hand and power tools.
- Strong DIY and problem-solving abilities.
- Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and COSHH requirements.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work independently.
- A flexible and adaptable approach to work.
What We Offer
- A rewarding role within a supportive care environment.
- Opportunity to make a positive difference to the lives of our residents.
- Ongoing support and training.
- Varied and engaging work across our care home services.
If you are a motivated and practical individual with a passion for maintenance and take pride in maintaining safe and high-quality environments, we would love to hear from you!
Pay: £14.25 per hour
Benefits:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person
