Due to restrictions on the number of certificates we can issue at present, candidates without an existing visa or right to work in the UK are unlikely to be suitable for the advertised post.
Keane Premier Healthcare are seeking a proactive Maintenance Assistant to join our team, providing essential support across our care home group.
In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for ensuring that sites are maintained to the highest standards, performing routine maintenance tasks, minor repairs, and addressing any issues that arise promptly to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for our residents, staff, and visitors.
If you are standards driven, thorough in attention to detail, and passionate about improving environments for our residents, and collaborate with the team with a positive, proactive, can-do attitude.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform routine maintenance and repairs on the facility's infrastructure and equipment.
- Conduct safety inspections to identify and address potential hazards.
- Respond promptly to maintenance requests from staff and residents.
- Highly organised with accurate maintenance records via digital platforms.
- Provide exceptional customer service and support to residents and their families.
- Be knowledgeable and confident in carrying out various areas of maintenance work.
- Identifying hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair.
- Identify, document and report maintenance issues.
- To ensure full compliance with all Legal Legislation- Health & Safety, Fire Safety, Agreed Codes and Working Practises.
- Daily, Weekly and Monthly Auditing with Corrective Action Planning.
- Immediately report issues or failures that impact on legal legislation or service level.
- Liaising with Care Home Manager and Contractors.
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment whilst completing tasks within specified time limits and to a high standard.
- Meet your targets and contribute to those of the team as a whole.
- Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
- Good communication skills
- Experience of digital records and maintenance software applications
- Must have driving license and be able to drive.
- Professional qualifications along with previous experience of working in a care setting is desirable.
- Resident transport via Care Home Minibus.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in a maintenance role, preferably in a healthcare or care home setting.
- Proficiency in basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, and general maintenance tasks.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A compassionate and caring attitude towards residents.
Due to restrictions on the number of certificates we can issue at present, candidates without an existing visa or right to work in the UK are unlikely to be suitable for the advertised post.
What do we offer you in return for your motivation and outstanding work?
- 28 days pro rata holidays.
- Wage stream - access a portion of your wages before pay day.
- High street discount through Blue Light Card.
- Premium BorrowMyDoggy membership – as it says on the tin, borrowing a dog!
- Vivup Employee Benefits Programme. Including cycle to work scheme, discounted gym memberships, free counselling services, savings on food and drink, leisure activities, shopping and much more!
- Extensive induction and training programmes.
- Promotion and progression opportunities.
* This role requires a PVG and two references *
