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Working Hours
Rotating Shift
Monday to Friday
Date posted
November 12, 2024
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Position title
Maintenance Person
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Location
Pudsey, Leeds
Base Salary
£12 Per hour
Description
Claremont care home is dedicated to providing high-quality care in a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment. We take pride in maintaining our facilities to the highest standards to ensure the well-being of our residents and staff.
Role Overview:
We are looking for a reliable and skilled Maintenance Person to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the upkeep and repair of our care home facilities, ensuring a safe and pleasant environment for our residents and staff. This is a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of our home.
Responsibilities
- General Maintenance: Carry out routine inspections and maintenance of the building, equipment, and facilities. Perform minor repairs on plumbing, electrical systems, and appliances.
- Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure that the care home complies with health and safety regulations by regularly checking safety equipment (e.g., fire alarms, emergency lighting) and addressing any hazards promptly.
- Groundskeeping: Maintain the exterior areas, including gardens, walkways, and parking areas. Perform seasonal tasks such as snow removal or leaf clearing.
- Preventative Maintenance: Develop and implement a preventative maintenance schedule to minimise downtime and costly repairs.
- Emergency Repairs: Respond promptly to urgent maintenance requests and ensure issues are resolved efficiently.
- Equipment Management: Keep an inventory of tools and maintenance supplies, and order replacements as needed.
- Liaison with Contractors: Coordinate with external contractors for specialized repairs or major projects, ensuring work is completed to the required standards.
- Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of all maintenance work, inspections, and safety checks.
Experience
- Previous experience in a maintenance role, preferably within a care home or similar environment.
- Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and general building maintenance.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
- Good communication and organisational skills.
- A proactive approach to identifying and solving maintenance issues.
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations relevant to care homes (desirable).
- Flexibility to work on a rotating on-call schedule for emergencies.
- Driving license
Requirements
Experience:
- Maintenance: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
