Maintenance Operative - Bank

Job Title: Maintenance Operative

Location: Heol Don Care Home, Heol Don, Whitchurch, Cardiff, CF14 2AU

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Up to £17.05 per hour, dependent on experience

• Ensure all health and safety and compliance checks are carried out using the provided digital systems as per Bupa Standard Operating Procedures and Bupa compliance management tools.
• Action and close any tasks attributed to the Maintenance Manager or home highlighted on Bupa compliance management tools.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness within the care home and grounds meet the satisfaction of Environmental Health, local Fire Authority requirements, Legionella Risk Assessment requirements and Health & Safety regulations.
• Complete all necessary maintenance and repair tasks to a high standard, in a timely manner, and provide value for money while maintaining internal decoration to meet the organisation's vision regarding first impressions.
• Regularly review residents' preferences in relation to their personal space, document them and take appropriate action.
• Report defects, obtain quotes and manage repairs using Bupa approved contractors, complying at all times with Bupa’s Standard Operating Procedures.
• Report irreparable defects to the Home Manager or Property/Maintenance Manager as appropriate.
• Manage Care Home elements of refurbishment and capex programmes ensuring minimal disruption to residents, visitors and staff.
• Ensure all tools and equipment are maintained and safely secured at all times.
• Assist with induction of new colleagues regarding emergency exits, fire points and evacuation procedures, keeping a record of all instructions as required by the Home Manager.
• Provide maintenance support to neighbouring Care Homes within a reasonable distance (no more than 1 hour) as required.

• Good understanding of building services: heating, hot and cold-water distribution, ventilation, electrical distribution, and plumbing.
• Sound understanding of building fabric and its maintenance.
• Practical experience of planned maintenance systems and record keeping.
• Knowledge of relevant statutory requirements and experience of compliance.
• A full driving licence.
• Building/electrical/plumbing qualification (City & Guilds, BTEC, ONC, HNC, etc.) or a minimum of 3 years hands‑on experience in property maintenance and general repairs, where possible.
• Ability to work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team.
• Computer literate.
• Good customer service skills.
• Practical ability and experience in painting and decorating.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds. Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and will offer reasonable adjustments and support throughout the recruitment process. This role is not at or above RQF Level 3 and is not included under the UK’s Points Based Immigration System for sponsorship by an employer.