Maintenance Coordinator

Quantum Care Ltd.; St Albans; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care services organization in St Albans is seeking a Maintenance Coordinator to ensure the Care Home's fabric is well-maintained and comfortable for residents. The role involves various maintenance tasks, including building repairs and decorations, all while prioritizing the health and safety of the residents. We offer a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression in a values-driven environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary with enhancements for weekends and Bank Holidays

Opportunities for career development

Comprehensive in-house training

Company Pension Scheme

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Free DBS check and uniform

Access to retail discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in routine building repairs and maintenance.
• Ability to prioritize health and safety for residents.
• Skills in basic decoration tasks.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine building repairs to maintain the Care Home.
• Perform day-to-day maintenance tasks, including minor decorations.
• Coordinate with Housekeeping Manager on maintenance needs.

Skills

Building repairs

Painting and decorating

Health and safety awareness

Routine inspections

Job description

Maintenance Coordinator

Full Time – 37 hours per week

Quantum Care is a not-for-profit organisation delivering high-quality care services to over 2,000 older adults across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Essex. We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our team, providing compassionate support that upholds dignity and enriches the daily lives of our residents within our Homes.

Role Overview

As a Maintenance Coordinator, you will be responsible for:

• Carrying out a variety of routine building repairs to maintain and enhance the Care Home’s fabric.
• Performing day-to-day maintenance tasks, including minor decoration, to ensure a safe, comfortable and homely environment for residents.

In all duties, you will prioritise the health, safety and wellbeing of residents, their families, and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Painting and decorating.
• Conducting minor repairs.
• Replacing light bulbs and other fixtures.
• Hanging pictures and fittings.
• Repairing or replacing door furniture.
• Installing shelves and TV brackets.
• Replacing stained or damaged ceiling tiles.
• Carrying out routine inspections of the Home and reporting maintenance needs to the Housekeeping Manager.
• Cleaning outdoor areas such as footpaths, waste and parking zones, including snow and ice clearance.
• Assisting with moving furniture, including tables and hospital beds.
• Undertaking additional duties, as required, to support the smooth operation of the Home, as directed by the Home Manager or Housekeeping Manager.

Rewards and Benefits

We value our team and offer the following benefits:

• Competitive salary with enhancements for weekends and Bank Holidays.
• Opportunities for career development and recognition of milestones.
• Comprehensive in-house training from day one.
• Free Employee Assistance Programme providing 24/7 support to help balance work, family and life.
• Company Pension Scheme (after one year’s service).
• Free DBS check and uniform.
• Access to retail discounts and exclusive offers.

Terms and conditions apply to all benefits.

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, values-driven organisation that offers varied and rewarding work alongside opportunities for career progression. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who have the right to work in the UK. Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.