Skilled operative Work, Jobs in Wigan (with Salaries)

Care Home Maintenance Operative
Haighfield Care Home —Wigan
- From £13 an hour
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Plumbing
- In-person
- Free parking
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12d
Operative
Liverpool City Council —Liverpool
- £27,254 a year
- Call to connect
- Employee assistance programme
6d
Multi Skilled Operative
Stateside Foods Limited —Wingates
- £16.77 an hour
- Full-time
- Communication skills
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Multi Skilled Operative
Higher End Construction Ltd —St Helens
- £15.00 - £17.50 an hour
- Overtime
- Customer service
- Maintenance
- Driving
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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5d
Driver Operative (Neighbourhoods)
Liverpool City Council —Liverpool
- £28,142 a year
- Call to connect
- Driving
- Employee assistance programme
4d
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Operative
Active Pathways —Preston
- £32,000 a year
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Rehabilitation centre
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Referral programme
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8d
Property Clearance Operative
OnwardHomes —Manchester
- £13.64 an hour
- Call to connect
- Maintenance
- Driving
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Night Hygiene Operative
Len Wright Salads Ltd —Tarleton
- £15.62 an hour
- Full-time
- Plumbing
- Driving
- Power tools
- Free parking
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12d
Multi Skilled Repairs Operative
Core Maintenance —Manchester
- £31,200 - £36,400 a year
- Overtime
- Customer service
- Maintenance
- Driving
- Paid training
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13d
Demolition Operative
The Curley group ltd —Lytham St. Annes
- £120 - £140 a day
- Carpentry
- Power tools
- Construction experience
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Maintenance Operative
Manchester Housing Group Ltd —Manchester
- £30,000 - £33,000 a year
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Programmable logic controllers
- Plumbing
- Health & wellbeing programme
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14d
Skilled Operative Groundworker
JN Bentley —Chorley
- Full-time
- Paid training
- Referral programme
Experienced Gardener & Landscape Operative
Acorn Landscape Services —Knutsford
- £30,000 - £32,000 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Maintenance
- Construction experience
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14d
Greenspace Operative
Torus Group —Liverpool
- £25,846.76 a year
- Full-time
- Travel
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
12d
Construction Multi-Trade Operative
Concept Projects Group —Wirral
- £35,000 - £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Organisational skills
- Construction experience
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
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4d
Fitter
Royal Terberg Group —Warrington
- £16.66 - £19.10 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Computer literacy
- Assembly
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
13d
Part Time Warehouse Operative/Driver
Enviroply Roofing Ltd —Chorley
- Part-time
- Driving
- Organisational skills
- Construction experience
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4h
Property Maintenance Operative – Multi-skilled
Northerngroup Management Ltd —Manchester
- £29,000 - £33,000 a year
- Overtime
- Maintenance
- Programmable logic controllers
- Electrical experience
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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4d
Customer Services Assistant
OurCoop —Chorley
- £12.75 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Bakery
- Paid training
- Annual leave
5d
Tractor Driver Operative
Liverpool City Council —Liverpool
- £31,022 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Driving
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
4d

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Care Home Maintenance Operative

Haighfield Care Home -
Wigan

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
From £13 an hour
12 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
Company pension
On-site parking

Qualifications

Driving Licence
Care home
Maintenance
Plumbing
Joinery
Roofing
Communication skills

Full job description

Job Title: Care Home Maintenance Operative
Location: Haighfield Care Home, Wigan, with travel to other sites as needed
Salary: £13 per hour (negotiable depending on experience)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time (40 hours/week)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5pm (with flexibility for occasional out-of-hours support)

About Us

M&A is a family-run business with deep roots in Wigan, specialising in both care home management and residential property services. With a long-standing history in the area, we operate multiple care homes and manage a portfolio of properties, all guided by a commitment to quality, community, and compassionate service. Our focus is on delivering excellent care and maintaining safe, well-managed homes for residents and tenants alike.

Haighfield Care Home, established in 1990 and located in Wigan with views over the scenic Douglas Valley, is a family-run home guided by the principle of “Care with Dignity.” We provide nursing, residential, and respite care in a warm, supportive environment. Our experienced team is committed to delivering personalised care that respects the individual needs of each resident, making sure they feel comfortable, valued, and well looked after every day.

Role Summary

We are seeking a highly capable, multi-skilled Maintenance Operative with proven experience working specifically within a care home setting. This is a hands-on role requiring a broad skillset across multiple trades, combined with a strong understanding of compliance, safety standards, and the sensitivities of working around vulnerable residents.

You will be responsible for maintaining a safe, compliant, and well-functioning environment, ensuring all works are carried out with minimal disruption to residents.

Key Responsibilities

Build and maintain positive relationships with residents and team members, responding promptly and respectfully to maintenance-related concerns.
Carry out a wide range of routine maintenance tasks across the home, including:
Basic joinery and carpentry repairs
Lock and door hardware maintenance
Minor plumbing and electrical work
Painting, decorating, and general touch-ups
Flooring repairs and replacements
Servicing general equipment and systems
External building maintenance (gutter cleaning, minor roof repairs)
Lead by example when coordinating contractors and tasks efficiently.
Maintain and prioritise a shared “to-do” list of property maintenance tasks.
Monitor and perform health and safety checks, including:
Fire drills and fire alarm tests
Emergency lighting inspections
Water temperature and Legionella checks
Bed, mattress, and equipment inspections
Call nurse point
Ensure timely completion and accurate recording of all safety and regulatory checks.
Work flexibly to assist with moving furniture and improving space usage.
Be available for emergency call-outs, paid at time-and-a-half (mileage reimbursed at 45p/mile).
Use cost-effective maintenance solutions to help reduce costs and minimise vacancy turnaround times.
Maintain a proactive, structured approach to preventative maintenance.
Work occasionally at secondary sites: Beeches Care Home (Coppull), Willows Care Home (Chester), and M&A Management (Wigan) (mileage reimbursed at 45p/mile).

What We’re Looking For

Proven maintenance experience (within a care environment or similar is essential)
Basic skills in plumbing, joinery, electrics, and general building upkeep
Ideally, experience as a plasterer or roofer
Proactive attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A flexible and reliable approach to working hours and emergency call-outs
Understanding of and commitment to health and safety and safeguarding
Must have a full driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle

Additional Information

Uniform: Company polo/sweatshirt provided; own work trousers and safety footwear required.
Holiday: 5.6 weeks per year (pro-rata), inclusive of bank holidays. Time off between Christmas and New Year is restricted.
Transport & Parking: Mileage reimbursed for approved travel. Free staff parking is available at all care homes and head office.
Communication: Use of WhatsApp is essential for team coordination.
DBS Check: An Enhanced DBS check is required.
Probation: 6 months

Join Us

At Haighfield Care Home, we don’t just offer jobs - we offer the chance to be part of something meaningful. You’ll be welcomed into a team that supports each other, values your work, and puts the wellbeing of residents at the heart of everything we do.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £13.00 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension
Free parking
On-site parking

Application question(s):

What is the postcode you will be commuting from?

Experience:

Maintenance : 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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