Maintenance Operative

Job Description
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Maintenance Operative

Location
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St Marys Chanter lands Lodge, 340 Chanter lands Avenue, Hull

Job Type
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Permanent, Full-time ( 09:00 - 17:00, 37.5 per week)

Sponsorship
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Not currently available

At St Marys Chanter lands Lodge , 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 Hull, St Marys Chanter lands Lodgeis a newcare 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,St Marys Chanter lands Lodge is a place where you can truly make a difference.

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.

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

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