Maintenance Operative at Wood House

Job Overview

Join the team as a Maintenance Operative at Wood House at Shaw healthcare (Group) Ltd
. This role supports a high standard of care for residents in a well-reputed care home.

• Ensure the exterior of the building and grounds remain safe and well maintained.
• Coordinate and control building works and refurbishments with minimal disturbance to residents and staff.
• Carry out routine monitoring and repairs on all systems and liaise with the Home Manager if specialist repairs are necessary.
• Ensure regular tests and checks are carried out and recorded, including boiler function checks, fire alarm system activation and water services and water temperature tests.
• Advise the Home Manager on any potential maintenance problems, e.g. heating systems, refrigeration, electrics, gas and faulty equipment.
• Comply with all aspects of Health & Safety at Work Act (e.g. COSHH) to assist in maintaining a safe and healthy working environment, including recording all health and safety checks.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness within the care home and grounds meet Environmental Health, Fire and Safety at Work regulations.
• Maintain and store tools and equipment safely.
• Act as first point of call for staff when repairs are required and assist with staff induction regarding emergency exits, fire points and evacuation procedures.
• Provide telephone advice and be ready to respond to emergencies when off duty.
• Assist with driving the care home minibus or similar vehicles for residents’ outings as requested by the Home Manager.

• Excellent career opportunities and leadership programme for development.
• Care qualifications, 76% employee owned with tax-free bonuses.
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme (up to £1,000).
• Paid annual leave 28 days plus bank holidays.
• Company sick pay and enhanced pay rates for bank holidays.
• Free uniform, discounted homemade meals.
• Pension scheme and GP online consultation.
• Colleague discounts (over 1,600 high street partners).
• Holiday discounts and death-in-service payment (subject to criteria).
• Recognition schemes such as Shaw Star and Long Service awards.
• Online benefits and cashback rewards.
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 support.

Salary: £12.70 per hour

Working Hours: 15 hours per week across two shifts.

Full UK driving licence required for this role.

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