Maintenance Operative Job at Greensleeves Care (London)

Maintenance Operative

Greensleeves Care

Location:
United Kingdom , London

Category:
Physical Work

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

Would you like to continue your career with one of the most respected care charities? At Greensleeves Care we deliver exceptional 24-hour residential, dementia and nursing care to older people across our 28 care homes in England. We are an accredited Living Wage employer and Greensleeves Care are endorsed with Skills for Care and an Assured City and Guilds provider who offer a range of free learning and development to our colleagues. We are looking to recruit a MAINTENANCE OPERATIVE working 22.5 hours / 3 Days per week.

Job Responsibility:

Maintain up-to- date estates, facilities, furniture, fixtures, equipment, security and fire safety in the home as required
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues promptly to minimize disruption
Liaise with the Property Advisor and external contractors for more specialised repairs or projects
Assist with the induction and training of colleagues, e.g., fire familiarisation, operation of emergency exits, fire points and evacuation procedures / support to lead fire drills and exercises
Carry out general gardening tasks, ensure outbuildings, storage sheds etc. are tidy, safe, and secure

Requirements:

A trade or similar qualification
Experience in a similar role within maintenance (or experience in a trade)
Extensive experience of carrying out repairs, general decoration, basic electrical and plumbing
Demonstrable experience of Fire and all Health & Safety checks and other legislative obligations along with the associated record keeping
Strong communication and organisational skills

What we offer:

28 days paid holiday FTE (Including Bank Holidays)
Overtime Incentive scheme
Company pension scheme – employers contribution matched up to 6%
2 x Salary Death in Service benefit
Length of Service Awards at 5,10,20,30,40 and 50 year
Voluntary Lifestyle Benefits through the Hapi App
Cycle to work scheme
Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and Wellbeing Thrive App
Refer a Friend scheme (you can earn up to £300 per referral)
Free learning and development – Opportunities to undertake RQF level qualifications with an endorsed Skills for Care provider
Free DBS