Maintenance Officer

Are you up for a challenge?

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Are you known for your reliability and attention to detail? Do you take pride in maintaining a safe and homely environment? If you're diligent, proactive, and skilled in maintenance tasks, then this role may be the perfect fit for you.

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We are seeking a skilled and proactive Maintenance Officer to join our team at Astley Hall — a beautiful and historic listed building that requires continuous care and attention. This is a hands-on, varied, and demanding role, ideal and exciting for someone who thrives on a challenge and takes pride in problem-solving and high standards.You’ll play a key part in ensuring the safety, comfort, and overall quality of life for our residents.

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The Role

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Role: Days

Hours: 40 Hours per week

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Duties

• You will complete your work programme with the home manager to ensure a safe and high quality home for our residents
• Carry out a range of maintenance tasks including repairs to fixtures, fittings, and equipment, as well as painting and decorating. Consult the Home Manager promptly when external contractors may be needed for specialist work
• You must be able to multitask in this busy working environment and be able to work on your own initiative
• Undertake PAT testing, Health & Safety and Maintenance checks,fire drills, and other statutory compliance tasks as required (training provided)
• Maintain the grounds through grass cutting, hedge trimming, and attentive care of mature borders, ensuring a well-kept and welcoming environment
• Complete any maintenance actions arising from internal or external inspections, audits, or compliance reports in a timely and effective manner
• Maintain positive and respectful interactions with residents,upholding dignity, professionalism, and safeguarding at all times. A cheerful,compassionate, and trustworthy nature is essential

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Essential Criteria / Desirable Criteria

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Personal Qualities

• Warm and friendly
• A cheerful,trustworthy, and compassionate approach, with a genuine respect for elderly and vulnerable individuals
• Genuine desire to deliver to high standards
• The ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and remain flexible in a busy environment
• Good communication skills
• Have a ‘can do’ attitude

‍Knowledge

• A trade skill such as builder or painter and decorator or carpenter etc.
• Understand the health and safety checks required for a building
• Willingness to keep learning
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, carpentry, and electrics, with confidence in using tools for small repairs, combined with reliability and excellent attention to detail.

Abilities / Skills

• Caring and committed to working to high standards
• Ability to build and maintain positive professional working relationships
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Be able to work flexibly
• Work effectively as part of a team

Experience

• Experience in general maintenance roles, ideally with an interest of working in older or listed buildings
• Experienced with PAT Testing (Training will be provided)

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Benefits

• Free Holiday: Enjoy stays at our Company Lodge in Devon, featuring a stunning three-bedroom lodge with a private patio and hot tub, nestled near beautiful beaches and local attractions.
• Work for Excellence: Join a successful, recognised small local company. With multiple wins in the Regional Great British Care Awards 2024 including being awarded ‘Highly Commended’ for Care Employer of the Year.
• Comprehensive Training: Kick start your journey with a 3-day Face-to-Face Induction, as we develop a well-trained team committed to enhancing residents' daily lives. Be supported by our Training Manager who is also a nurse.
• Employee Support: Benefit from a range of employee perks,including free refreshments, subsidized meals, and Enhanced DBS.
• Health and Well-being: Access our Cash Back Health Care Scheme, offering reimbursements for dental, optical, and therapy treatments after one year of service.
• Wellness Services: Gain access to our Employee Assistance Services
• Financial Perks: Enjoy discounts and savings from over 600 retailers
• Convenience: Park for free on-site, making your commute hassle-free.
• Continuous Learning: Expand your skills and qualifications with opportunities for further development.

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To apply for this position, please fill out the form below.

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