Maintenance Operative - Brewster House - Maldon

Runwood Homes Limited; Maldon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of residential care in Maldon is seeking a skilled Maintenance Operative. In this role, you will perform various maintenance tasks, such as basic plumbing and decorating, while ensuring the premises remain secure. Successful candidates should have experience in carpentry, plumbing, or decorating. This opportunity offers comprehensive induction and training, competitive benefits including 28 days paid holiday, and the chance for career progression within the company.

Benefits

28 days Paid Holiday

Weekly Pay

Pension Scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Employee Assistance Scheme

Free DBS Check and uniform

Funding for NVQ level 1 and 2

Career progression opportunities

Free, on-site parking

Employee of the Month awards

Qualifications

• Experience in minor repairs and general maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Successful candidates often have experience in carpentry, plumbing, or decorating.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular maintenance tasks at the care home.
• Handle basic plumbing and decorating duties.
• Keep the premises secure and carry out scheduled checks.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Decorating

Independent work

Job description

We are on the lookout for a skilled and personable Maintenance Operative to join our team. As a Maintenance Operative, your main duties will include performing regular maintenance tasks at the care home, such as basic plumbing and decorating. You will also be responsible for keeping the premises secure and carrying out scheduled checks throughout the home.

Benefits of working with Runwood Homes:

• 28 days Paid Holiday
• Weekly Pay
• Pension Scheme
• Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure
• Employee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family members
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Free DBS Check and uniform
• Funding and support towards obtaining NVQ Level 1 and 2 in Health and Social Care
• Opportunities to progress your career within the company
• Free, on-site parking
• Employee of the Month awards

About you:

We are looking for a Maintenance Operative who can handle minor repairs and general maintenance tasks, such as basic plumbing and decorating. It's important that our Maintenance Operatives can work independently and take initiative. Successful Maintenance Operatives often have experience in carpentry, plumbing, or decorating.

About Runwood Homes:

Established in 1987, Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of over 59 homes across the UK. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents.

At Runwood Homes, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents.

As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

You can apply for this role by completing our short application form or by visiting the home where one of our team can help you.