Maintenance Person
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Position Overview & Specifications
JOB SUMMARY
To act as Maintenance person, responding to a variety of requests for repairs and general maintenance of the building and grounds, fixings, fittings and equipment and provide a general courier service.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Ø Ensures the upkeep and maintenance of the site, including all building, mechanical and electrical systems, specialist equipment and its general contents
Ø Ensures the serviceability of all heating, lighting, plumbing and all services and non-medical equipment, including emergency lighting and fire alarms
Ø Conducts regular inspections of the premises and maintains documented records of all preventative maintenance, breakdowns, repairs and alterations
Ø On a weekly basis undertake the fire alarm test and routine check of wheelchairs, reclining chairs and Nursing beds.
Ø Develops and implements preventative maintenance programmes in accordance with company policies and regulatory standards
Ø Organises PAT testing of electrical items in accordance with Health and Safety requirements
Ø Reports major faults that are likely to incur significant expenditure or require the services of a specialist contractor
Ø Supervise works carried out by contractors and authorise day sheets prior to payment of invoices
Ø Maintain inventories of all maintenance equipment
Ø Accompanies local fire officer on inspections
Ø Provides an on-call service should emergency works be required
Ø Must be flexible to work in a number of Care Homes to support other maintenance personnel and cover holiday periods.
Ø Able to be called upon during out of normal working hours
These duties are not exhaustive. Job holders may be asked to undertake other responsibilities, within their spheres of responsibility and competence
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Ø Skilled / semi-skilled capabilities within the building industry, preferably in the electrical, plumbing or carpentry sections
Ø Hand and power tool operation applicable to trade
Ø DIY skills to support the range of maintenance activities
Ø COSHH / Health and Safety
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Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £11.50-£12.00 per hour
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Leamington Spa: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Maintenance: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Maintenance Person roles across Gainsborough Hall Care Home's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £12 - £12 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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