Maintenance / Handyman

Day shift

White Gables Care Home is a 55 bed Home. We are looking for a permanent maintenance handyman/woman to join our hardworking team on a full time contract.

We are currently recruiting someone to work 40 hours per week.

MAIN DUTIES

• To carry out general maintenance as required throughout the home
• To be on-call for emergencies, attending the home as needed or as appropriate to give advice to other staff over the telephone
• Decorating
• To supervise outside contractors
• To carry out all “safety” checks ie fire alarm/drill/water etc
• To test and check all portable electrical appliances that residents bring into the Home, following training/guidance.
• To ensure all equipment is periodically maintained and attend to emergency maintenance work as required.
• To understand and ensure the implementation of the Home’s Health and Safety policy, Emergency and Fire Procedures
• To attend all training sessions as required, specifically statutory training including manual handling, first aid and fire

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Ideally previous experience in Care Home maintenance

· Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting abilities

· Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively

· Driving licence essential

· Parking available

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Company pension

Experience:

• Care Home Maintenance: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence 

Work Location: In person