Overview
We are seeking a proactive and skilled Maintenance Handyman/woman to join our dynamic team! In this vital role, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation and upkeep of our facilities through hands-on maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting. Your expertise will help maintain a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for all staff and visitors. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your skills while demonstrating leadership and for maintaining high standards of safety and quality, we want to hear from you!
Duties
- General maintenance and repairs throughout the home.
- Internal and external decorating to a high standard.
- Basic plumbing, joinery, painting, tiling and general DIY.
- Preventative repairs to reduce future maintenance issues.
- Daily maintenance inspections across the home.
- Weekly fire alarm testing.
- Weekly fire door inspections.
- Fire door audits and remedial actions.
- Fire safety compliance checks.
- Emergency lighting checks.
- Fire equipment inspections.
- Water temperature monitoring and legionella compliance.
- Monthly health and safety audits.
- Equipment safety checks.
- Wheelchair and mobility equipment inspections.
- Bed, mattress and furniture safety checks.
- Environmental audits.
- Completion of statutory maintenance records.
- Accurate completion of maintenance logs and compliance paperwork.
- Liaising with contractors and ensuring works are completed to a high standard.
- Supporting external inspectors and contractors during visits.
- Ensuring all maintenance records are inspection ready.
- Maintaining gardens, fencing, pathways and all outdoor areas.
- Supporting refurbishment projects throughout the home.
- Room preparation following admissions or departures.
- Responding promptly to maintenance requests.
- Ensuring the home always presents to an exceptional standard.
- Supporting compliance with CQC regulations, Health & Safety legislation and Infection Prevention & Control standards.
- Reporting defects promptly and ensuring remedial actions are completed.
Essential Requirements
We are looking for someone who has:
- Previous maintenance or building maintenance experience.
- Excellent decorating skills.
- Good all-round practical skills.
- Experience carrying out compliance checks and audits.
- Good understanding of fire safety and health and safety legislation.
- Excellent organisational and record-keeping skills.
- The ability to work independently and prioritise workloads.
- Strong attention to detail.
- A proactive attitude with excellent problem-solving skills.
- Pride in maintaining high standards.
Experience within a care home, healthcare or supported living environment would be advantageous.
What We Offer
- £14.00 per hour.
- 24 hours per week (3 x 8-hour shifts).
- Supportive management team.
- Ongoing training and development.
- Free parking.
- Uniform provided.
- The opportunity to be part of a home committed to continuous improvement and outstanding standards.
If you are someone who enjoys taking ownership, has excellent practical skills and wants to play a key role in maintaining a safe, compliant and welcoming environment for our residents, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of the Dairy Lane Care Centre team.
Pay: £14.00-£14.01 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
