Job Description: Maintenance Operative
Location: Bowburn Manor - 61, North, Bowburn Way Integra, Durham
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time (37.5 per week)
Start Date: Mid October
Sponsorship: Not currently available
Join Bowburn Manor – Make Every Day Matter
At Bowburn Manor, operated by St Mary’s Care Group, we believe great care is about more than meeting needs. It’s about creating an environment that helps people feel truly at home, living life to the fullest and enjoying new experiences. Our approach is rooted in dignity, respect and personalised care, placing residents’ wellbeing, independence and choices at the heart of everything we do.
Located in Durham, Bowburn Manor is a new 73-bed care home supporting residents with residential, dementia and respite care. We know that it’s the small, meaningful moments that make a big difference to everyday life, helping residents and families feel supported.
If you share our passion for kindness, respect and making every day matter, Bowburn Manor is a place where you can truly make a difference.
Join St Mary’s Care Group – Make Every Day Matter
At St Mary’s Care Group, we believe in delivering more than just care. Our values are rooted in dignity, respect, and a personalised approach that places each resident’s wellbeing, independence and choices at the heart of everything we do.
At Bowburn Manor, we know that the little things can make a big difference in someone’s day. That’s why we’re looking for a warm, enthusiastic Maintenance Operative to help bring colour and connection to life at our home in Leeds.
You’ll be joining a team where compassion and empowerment go hand in hand, and where every colleague plays a vital part in improving the quality of life for those we care for.
If you’re passionate about helping others live well, and you love the idea of making every day more meaningful, this could be the role for you.
What You’ll Be Doing
As our Maintenance Operative, you’ll play a vital role in enriching the lives of residents by:
- Report and action any known defects to appliances, damaged furniture / equipment and any other potential hazards to the Home Manager.
- Ensure the maintenance of the Home’s exterior, including:
- Keep any sheds, utbuildings and areas in which waste is stored in a clean and tidy condition.
- Clear snw and grit the drive, paths and any areas to which Residents, Visitors or Staff Members have access.
- Where applicable, litter pick, cut the grass arund the building and tend to any flowerbeds, hanging baskets etc.
- Clean all signs / lighting utside the Home
- Carry out any touching up or making good of decoration as and when required in order to maintain our high standards.
- Complete weekly Pre planned maintenances such as statutory compliance checks, Testing of the fire alarm system, and log results, weekly. Check call points, fire exits, door retaining devices and fire emergency lights, as specified in Company procedures.
- Complete and accurately record all Planned maintenance as required. (Please see PPM list)
- Ensure all ventilation units and lights are kept clean. Replace any defective light bulbs / diffusers.
- Test all portable appliances as specified in Company procedures. (If trained and competent)
- Test, and record, water temperatures, clean and chlorinate shower heads as specified in Company procedures.
- Maintain the homes “Maintenance Book” in which defects are logged and PPMS are recorded. Use this book to effect repairs/replacements daily. If unable to complete the task, please log with Helpdesk.
- Assist/supervise with deliveries to the Home. Monitor and sign off deliveries.
- Assist Contractors onsite.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone who is:
- Warm, approachable, and brimming with positivity
- Be ‘on-call’ for advice / action in any emergencies which may arise in or out of hours.
- Organised, reliable, and confident in planning checks
- Passionate about improving the lives of older people
- Previous experience in a care setting is a bonus, but we’re just as interested in your personality and values
What We Offer
Working at St Mary’s Care Group means being part of something special. You’ll enjoy:
- A friendly, supportive, and welcoming workplace
- Real opportunities for ongoing training and career progression
- A chance to make a meaningful impact in people’s lives every day
- A valued role within a close-knit team that cares as much about each other as we do our residents
If you believe that happiness and empathy should be at the heart of care, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us make a real difference to the lives of residents at Bowburn Manor.
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