Maintenance Person, Building Maintenance, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic

Maintenance Person - Elderly Care Home

Location:

Ilford, London

Salary: £16.00 per hour

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm or 9:00am-5:00pm

Contract:

Full-time

We are looking for an experienced and reliable Maintenance Person to join the maintenance team at a large, well-established elderly care home in Ilford, London.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work, has a strong work ethic and understands the importance of maintaining a safe, comfortable and welcoming environment for elderly residents.

You will work as part of an established Maintenance Team, helping to ensure the building, facilities, equipment and grounds are maintained to a high standard.

• Carry out general maintenance and repairs throughout the care home.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and ensure issues are dealt with efficiently.
• Undertake basic plumbing, carpentry, decorating and general building maintenance.
• Carry out routine checks and preventative maintenance.
• Identify and report any health and safety concerns.
• Assist with maintaining communal areas, residents' rooms and other areas of the home.
• Work alongside the existing Maintenance Team to ensure the care home is maintained to a high standard.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance work and report any issues requiring specialist attention.
• Follow all relevant health and safety procedures and care home policies.
• Ensure all work is carried out with consideration for the safety, dignity and wellbeing of residents.

• Previous experience working in a maintenance role within a care home, nursing home, residential home or similar environment.
• A strong practical knowledge of general building maintenance and repairs.
• Excellent work ethic, reliability and timekeeping.
• A proactive approach and the ability to identify problems and resolve them effectively.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team.
• A professional, respectful and approachable manner when working around elderly residents.
• The ability to prioritise tasks and work independently when required.
• A flexible and positive attitude.

• £16.00 per hour
• Monday to Friday
• Choice of 8:00am-4:00pm or 9:00am-5:00pm
• Stable, full-time hours
• Opportunity to become part of an established and supportive Maintenance Team
• Work in a large and well-maintained elderly care environment
• A role where your work directly contributes to the comfort, safety and wellbeing of residents