Head of Maintenance - Care Home Leader & Facilities

Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited; Winchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home provider in Winchester is seeking a Head of Maintenance to ensure a clean and well-maintained environment. You'll handle diverse tasks from fixing leaks to gardening, supporting a team and the General Manager with budgetary concerns while prioritizing resident wellbeing. The ideal candidate will have hands-on maintenance experience, at least one trade skill, and the flexibility needed for varied working hours. A full UK driving licence and GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent) are required. You’ll also enjoy a competitive pay package and numerous benefits.

Benefits

Free training and development for all roles

Access to wellbeing and support tools

Retail discounts and savings

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Employee of the Month rewards

Long Service Awards

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in property maintenance is required.
• At least one trade skill is advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a clean and well-maintained environment for residents.
• Handle maintenance tasks in the building and gardens.
• Support the General Manager with budget planning.
• Liaise with contractors for external jobs.

Skills

Property maintenance

Team leadership

Reliability

Flexibility

IT literacy

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent)

Job description

A leading care home provider in Winchester is seeking a Head of Maintenance to ensure a clean and well-maintained environment. You'll handle diverse tasks from fixing leaks to gardening, supporting a team and the General Manager with budgetary concerns while prioritizing resident wellbeing. The ideal candidate will have hands-on maintenance experience, at least one trade skill, and the flexibility needed for varied working hours. A full UK driving licence and GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent) are required. You’ll also enjoy a competitive pay package and numerous benefits.