Maintenance Person
Flitwick, England, United Kingdom · Part Time
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- Experience
- 1+ yrs
- Salary
- —
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 4 days ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Eligibility
- Applicants must have existing legal authorization to work in the UK; sponsorship is not available.
- Resume
- Required to apply
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Job description
About the Role and Employer
Join the Country Court family as a Maintenance Person at Flitwick Care Home, a specialist residential and dementia care facility spanning three floors with 75 rooms. The home boasts luxury amenities such as a cinema, library, hair salon, treatment room, gym, and landscaped gardens. This role operates on a 37.5-hour per week schedule, including weekend shifts based on a rota.
Key Duties
- Maintain the property to ensure safety and structural soundness while keeping all utilities fully operational.
- Store all tools and equipment securely, ensuring that cleaning and hazardous materials comply with the Home’s COSHH policy for safety of residents and staff.
- Conduct regular maintenance, fire safety, and health and safety inspections as directed by the Home Manager.
- Ensure any vehicles used for resident transport meet safety and legal standards.
- Perform minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry tasks, and decorating within the scope of your qualifications and skills.
Candidate Profile
- Minimum of one year’s experience in a maintenance role.
- Familiarity with various traditional building trades.
- Understanding of workplace health and safety, especially moving and handling practices and COSHH assessments.
- Strong problem ownership and resolution capabilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of the care sector is beneficial.
- Possession of a valid driving license is essential.
Benefits
- Regular annual salary reviews.
- Comprehensive induction training followed by continuous development opportunities, including access to nationally recognized qualifications.
- A referral bonus program to recommend friends.
- Eligibility for the Blue Light Discount Card.
- Participation in annual staff awards to celebrate exceptional contributions.
Additional Information
Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and will be required to provide proof if hired. Sponsorship applications are no longer accepted.
Previous experience titles fitting this role include maintenance person, maintenance worker, handy person, caretaker, and property maintenance.
Industry
Hospitals & Health Care