Description
We are seeking a Maintenance Operative to join our team at Manor Court Care Home in Southall. As a Maintenance Operative, your primary responsibility will be ensuring that our facilities remain fully functional. You will maintain buildings and equipment effectively while complying with all relevant Bupa Standard Operating Procedures, legislation, and industry best practices.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Ensuring that all health and safety and compliance checks are carried out using the provided digital systems
- Actioning and closing tasks attributed to the Maintenance Manager or home highlighted on Bupa compliance management tools and software
- Ensuring safety and cleanliness within the care home and grounds meet regulatory requirements
- Completing necessary maintenance and repair tasks to a high standard, in a timely manner, and offering value for money
- Reviewing residents' preferences in relation to their personal space and documenting actions
- Reporting defects, obtaining quotes, and managing repairs using Bupa-approved contractors
- Managing Care Home elements of any refurbishment programme and capex programme of works
- Assisting with the induction of new colleagues regarding emergency exits, fire points, and evacuation procedures
- Providing maintenance support to local Care Homes within a reasonable distance as required
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- A good understanding of building services, including heating, hot and cold-water distribution, ventilation, electrical distribution, and plumbing
- Sound understanding of building fabric and its maintenance
- Practical experience of planned maintenance systems and record keeping
- Knowledge of relevant statutory requirements and experience of compliance
- A full driving licence
- A building/electrical/plumbing qualification or a minimum of 3 years hands-on experience in property maintenance and general repairs
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Computer literacy
- Good customer service skills
- Flexibility to meet changing demands within the care home
- Practical ability and experience in painting and decorating
In return for your hard work, you will receive a range of benefits, including:
- My Healthcare - Free access to 24/7 support, advice, and treatment for various health-related issues
- Annual allowance redeemable against a menu of Bupa healthcare products
- Wagestream - Early access to up to 40% of your earned wages
- 28 days holiday
- Sick pay scheme
- Long service rewards
- Free meal on every shift
- Interest-free annual travel loan
- Range of Bupa pension plans
- Parental leave schemes
- Menopause Plan
- Access to discounts at gyms and fitness facilities across the UK