Maintenance Person

Role Overview & Responsibilities

We are currently seeking to recruit a committed and reliable Maintenance Person to join our friendly team at Pen Inney House to carry out everyday maintenance, decorating, gardening and repairs.

Westheath Care Homes (Staffing) Ltd provides care staff to five care homes owned and operated by a private company they are located in Bodmin, Lanivet, Lewannick (Nr Launceston) and Bude area.

All of which have obtained and maintained a ‘Good’ CQC rating.

We provide high standards of person-centred care to a wide range of elderly and disabled people from St Austell on the South coast to Bude on the North coast with a dedicated team of Care assistants and a strong team of experienced managers that have a high number of years in working in care. At Westheath Care Homes (Staffing) Ltd you’ll be truly valued and respected member of the team.

Objectives of the job

To meet the needs and expectations of our residents, keeping the premises maintained to a high standard of repair, presentation and readiness through-

Carrying out or arranging to be carried out, planned and responsive maintenance and improvement works at the Home as required.

Regularly reviewing the maintenance of the buildings and their grounds. Anticipating and solving problems in a timely manner and identifying opportunities for improvement.

Being pro-active in making recommendations for improving property operations and solving maintenance related problems.

Statutory testing: Fire alarms, emergency lighting, hot and cold-water temperatures including legionella checks.

Periodic external inspections of buildings, grounds, boundary walls and fences and trees. Checking in particular for safety issues, neighbour issues, trespass or encroachment.

Must have experience of general property maintenance, basic carpentry, plumbing, painting and decorating.

A good understanding of Health & Safety legislation is essential; however, full training given in the home

Duties will include internal maintenance and external work within the grounds ensuring the home is maintained to a high standard and repairs are carried out swiftly and efficiently

In return, you can expect competitive rates of pay, a minimum number of contracted hours per week and an equivalent to 6 weeks of annual leave per employment year (this will be your weekly contracted hours x 6)

Company Pension

Bupa employee assistant programme

Weekly Pay

£250 Refer a friend bonus scheme

For more information or an informal discussion on the role please call Emily on 01566 782318

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From £11.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay
• Wellness programme

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme

Work Location: In person