Maintenance Assistant Springs-Maintenance

Overview

Are you a maintenance whiz with an eye for detail and a passion for keeping things running smoothly? We're looking for a Maintenance Assistant to join our team! From day-to-day upkeep of the building and grounds to ensuring top-notch health and safety standards, your role will be vital in maintaining our luxury property. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, apply now and be part of something truly special!

• We offer some excellent rewards and benefits including:
• One free meal per shift for all team members
• Enhanced Bank Holiday pay
• Increased Annual Leave entitlement (team members who work with us for 3 years or more receive extra annual leave)
• Cycle to Work scheme – save on commuting costs and improve health
• Milestone Birthdays — extra time off to celebrate that special birthday
• Company sick pay over and above the statutory entitlement (subject to length of service)
• Refer a Friend Scheme for successful referrals for all permanent roles within Oakland Care (T&Cs apply)
• Recognition and staff appreciation initiatives
• Long service awards
• Health Cash Plan (subject to T&Cs)
• Death in Service Benefit (subject to T&Cs)

Location: Harpenden Springs, 22-24 Grove Road, Harpenden AL5 1PX

Hours: 40 hours per week

Pay: £13.20 per hour

Contract: Full-time

Shift: Days

We are an award-winning Care Home provider who deliver high quality, kind and compassionate care. For our residents, joining one of our Homes is like joining our family — and we make that no different for our new colleagues. If you have experience in maintenance or a similar job role and have a proactive approach to work then this could be the role for you!

• Carry out routine maintenance, repairs and decorating throughout the home
• Complete regular checks in line with Oakland Care's Health and Safety, Emergency and Fire policies and procedures
• Monitor and maintain equipment, fixtures and fittings
• Make sure gardens, grounds and outdoor areas are safe and well-preserved
• Assist with planned maintenance programmes and contractor visits
• Perform basic plumbing, painting, carpentry and general maintenance tasks
• Support with keeping accurate maintenance and safety records

• Previous experience in a similar maintenance, caretaking or facilities role
• Possess good practical skills across a range of maintenance duties
• Understand Health and Safety requirements within a workplace setting
• Proactive, organised and able to work independently as well as being a team player
• Excellent communication skills and enjoys working with older people
• Takes pride in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment
• Ability to remain calm under pressure

Our mission is to provide exceptional homes for people to live, love and be loved where everyone is part of our family.

• Family
• Integrity
• Respect
• Exceptional
• Sustainable

Apply now!

If you’re ready to start your journey and make a difference, then don’t delay and apply today!