Maintenance Officer

Silverways Nursing Home is looking for a reliable and practical Maintenance Handyperson to help maintain our home to a high standard for our residents, visitors and staff.

This is a varied role where no two days are the same. You will be responsible for carrying out planned maintenance, responding to repair requests, and ensuring the building, grounds and equipment remain safe, compliant and well maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general repairs and maintenance throughout the home.
• Complete planned preventative maintenance schedules.
• Respond promptly to maintenance issues and emergencies.
• Undertake basic plumbing, joinery, decorating and building repairs.
• Ensure all maintenance records are completed accurately.
• Support health and safety compliance across the home.
• Liaise with contractors and monitor works undertaken on site.
• Help maintain a safe, comfortable and homely environment for residents.
• Report any concerns regarding the safety and welfare of residents.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous maintenance or handyman experience.
• Has skills in basic plumbing, joinery, painting and decorating.
• Has a good understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Is organised and able to prioritise workloads.
• Has good communication skills.
• Can work independently and use their own initiative.
• Is friendly, approachable and enjoys working around older people.

Desirable

• City & Guilds, HNC or equivalent qualification in Maintenance, Building Services or a related trade.
• Previous experience working in a care home, nursing home or similar environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay.
• Company pension.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Supportive team environment.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our residents.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

To apply, please submit your CV through Indeed.

Pay: £15.90-£19.87 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Work Location: In person