Maintenance Officer

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Location:

The Rotherham Hospice

Salary: £28,267 - £34,548 per annum

Hours of Work: 40 hours to be worked on a rota basis covering 1 weekend in 3.

Contract type:
Permanent

Closing date: 16 October 2026

Rotherham Hospice is a charity dedicated to the people of Rotherham, offering specialist palliative and end of life care to our community since 1996.

We provide comprehensive, compassionate care through two primary patient services:

24-hour, 14-bed Inpatient Service

24-hour Hospice at Home Service

Rotherham Hospice is seeking a skilled and reliable Maintenance Operative to join our team.

Reporting to the Head of Facilities, the Maintenance Operative will be responsible for performing a variety of maintenance tasks at the hospice building and its hospice shops.

This role plays a crucial part in ensuring the safety, functionality, and aesthetics of the hospice facilities to support the delivery of high-quality care and services to patients and their families.

• Building Maintenance Conduct routine maintenance tasks, including repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance, to ensure the safety and functionality of the hospice building.
• Building Maintenance Perform minor repairs to plumbing, electrical, heating, and ventilation systems as needed, following established procedures and safety guidelines.
• Grounds Maintenance Maintain the exterior grounds of the hospice building, including landscaping, gardening, and general upkeep of outdoor areas.
• Grounds Maintenance Clear pathways, parking areas, and entrances of debris, snow, and ice during inclement weather to ensure safe access for staff, patients, and visitors.
• Hospice Shop Maintenance Perform maintenance tasks at the hospice shops, including repairs to fixtures, fittings, and equipment, to ensure a safe and pleasant shopping environment for customers.
• Hospice Shop Maintenance Assist with minor renovations, painting, and decorating as needed to maintain the appearance and functionality of the shops.
• Health And Safety Compliance Adhere to health and safety regulations and procedures at all times, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and guidelines.
• Health And Safety Compliance Report any health and safety hazards, maintenance issues, or concerns to the Head of Facilities promptly and take appropriate corrective action as directed.
• Emergency Response Respond to emergency maintenance requests and incidents outside of regular working hours as needed, providing timely and effective solutions to resolve issues and minimise disruption to hospice operations.
• Documentation And Reporting Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, inspections, and equipment maintenance schedules.
• Documentation And Reporting Prepare reports and updates on maintenance tasks, projects, and expenditures for review by the Head of Facilities and senior management.

• Previous experience in maintenance, building operations, or a related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of basic maintenance techniques and repairs, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting.
• Ability to operate maintenance tools and equipment safely and effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver's license
• Excellent communication skills.

• Experience working in a hospice or healthcare environment in a similar role.
• Knowledge of and commitment to sustainability practices within facilities management.
• Effective project management abilities for overseeing facilities upgrades, renovations, or expansions.
• Negotiation abilities for managing contracts with vendors and service providers for facilities-related services
• Knowledge and abilities in occupancy and space planning principles to optimise the use of hospice facilities.