Job Description
Maintenance Operative
Driving licences is essential for this role as will be required to travel to services in Gloucester.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
Someone With
Relevant building maintenance experience
A sound understanding of the main Health & Safety Regulations, including COSHH and risk assessment
Good communication skills both written and verbal
Create and maintain working relationships with , colleagues and visiting contractors
Shares ideas with others [to make improvements
Keen to learn and improve own performance
Committed to communicate with customers to understand their needs
Will go the extra mile to help fulfil customers’ needs
Has a ‘can-do’ attitude to work
Enjoys working effectively as part of a team
WHAT WILL YOUR ROLE INCLUDE?
• At the commencement of each day check maintenance books in the home and carry out repairs as required or contact engineers/service agent where applicable. (agreement by Home Manager & Facilities Manager).
• Complete all checks on a daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual basis as required. To familiarise yourself with the contractors, call out system and their responsibilities in the home. To familiarise yourself with homes emergency procedures i.e. fire, gas leak.
• Undertake basic electrical checks on all equipment, i.e. ensuring that all plugs and cables equipment are visually checked for signs of damage, labelling is legible and correct. Any faults are reported to the Home Manager and Facilities Manager.
• Ensure that daily/weekly/monthly fire checks are completed which includes the fire alarm system, fire extinguisher and fire doors and record findings. Ensure the appropriate remedial action is taken (i.e. contact Facilities manager).
• Maintain all items of equipment and tools in a clean, safe and secure manner.
• To ensure monthly meter readings of gas, electricity and water are submitted to the Administrator/Manager on specified dates.
• To ensure deliveries to the Home are stored and checked as appropriate.
• To ensure all storage areas are clean and tidy and security is maintained.
• All Internal, external doors and pathways are kept clear and that any defects are reported to the Home Manager/Facilities Manager.
• Undertake general redecoration works as instructed by the Home Manager.
• Undertake ground maintenance and the site generally weed free.
• Use and maintain the equipment provided in a safe and secure manner.
• To be aware of maintaining ’s privacy and to communicate with nursing staff should works be required which will affect care.
• To liaise with the Home Manager and Facilities Manager at least once a week to discuss maintenance issues, re-decoration etc.
• Assist in the general maintenance of the retirement apartments.
Skills
• Strong knowledge of basic maintenance operations.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Good interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work with little supervision.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently.
• Good problem-solving skills.
Driving licences is essential for this role as will be required to travel to services in Gloucester.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
Someone With
Relevant building maintenance experience
A sound understanding of the main Health & Safety Regulations, including COSHH and risk assessment
Good communication skills both written and verbal
Create and maintain working relationships with , colleagues and visiting contractors
Shares ideas with others [to make improvements
Keen to learn and improve own performance
Committed to communicate with customers to understand their needs
Will go the extra mile to help fulfil customers’ needs
Has a ‘can-do’ attitude to work
Enjoys working effectively as part of a team
WHAT WILL YOUR ROLE INCLUDE?
• At the commencement of each day check maintenance books in the home and carry out repairs as required or contact engineers/service agent where applicable. (agreement by Home Manager & Facilities Manager).
• Complete all checks on a daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual basis as required. To familiarise yourself with the contractors, call out system and their responsibilities in the home. To familiarise yourself with homes emergency procedures i.e. fire, gas leak.
• Undertake basic electrical checks on all equipment, i.e. ensuring that all plugs and cables equipment are visually checked for signs of damage, labelling is legible and correct. Any faults are reported to the Home Manager and Facilities Manager.
• Ensure that daily/weekly/monthly fire checks are completed which includes the fire alarm system, fire extinguisher and fire doors and record findings. Ensure the appropriate remedial action is taken (i.e. contact Facilities manager).
• Maintain all items of equipment and tools in a clean, safe and secure manner.
• To ensure monthly meter readings of gas, electricity and water are submitted to the Administrator/Manager on specified dates.
• To ensure deliveries to the Home are stored and checked as appropriate.
• To ensure all storage areas are clean and tidy and security is maintained.
• All Internal, external doors and pathways are kept clear and that any defects are reported to the Home Manager/Facilities Manager.
• Undertake general redecoration works as instructed by the Home Manager.
• Undertake ground maintenance and the site generally weed free.
• Use and maintain the equipment provided in a safe and secure manner.
• To be aware of maintaining ’s privacy and to communicate with nursing staff should works be required which will affect care.
• To liaise with the Home Manager and Facilities Manager at least once a week to discuss maintenance issues, re-decoration etc.
• Assist in the general maintenance of the retirement apartments.
Skills
• Strong knowledge of basic maintenance operations.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Good interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work with little supervision.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently.
• Good problem-solving skills.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Maintenance Operative position is now open for candidates interested in the Operations Executive Jobs sector. This role in Birmingham offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Operations Executive Jobs is a plus.
