Maintenance Officer

Job Details

• Location:
  
  Harrogate, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
• Postcode: HG1 4SR
• Type of contract:
  Permanent
• Salary: £12.50 per hour
• Posted date:
  Monday, March 9, 2026
• Closing date:
  Monday, April 20, 2026
• Job Reference: MW1518023
  
  HarMO

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Maintenance Officer

Harbour Healthcare are recruiting for a Maintenance Officer in Harrogate. Your role will include ensuring all legal documents are completed, carrying out day‑to‑day maintenance on the fabric of the building, its services and grounds in order to ensure that the Care Centre is maintained in a safe and efficient functional order. You will also be required to be on call but only for emergencies.

• General maintenance knowledge/experience e.g. minor electrical, plumbing, joinery work etc.
• Good communication skills
• Confident team player
• Clean driving licence
• Use of a car or similar vehicle
• Willingness to receive training on current Health & Safety / EHO issues
• Satisfactory Police check and check against the POVA list (where applicable)
• Understanding of central heating systems, laundry equipment and hot & cold water systems (desired)
• Knowledge of current Health & Safety regulations (desired)

• Ensure all legal documentation is completed on time.
• Report and action any known defects to appliances, damaged furniture/equipment and any other potential hazards to the Home Manager.
• Maintain the Care Centre's exterior, including keeping sheds, outbuildings and waste storage areas clean and tidy.
• Clear snow and grit drive, paths and any areas accessed by clients, visitors or staff members.
• Maintain external gardens, flower beds, hanging baskets etc. to a high standard.
• Clean all signs and lighting outside the Care Centre.
• Carry out any patching up or touching up of decoration as required.
• Test the fire alarm system and log results weekly; check call points, fire exits, door retaining devices and fire emergency lights.
• Ensure all ventilation units and lights are kept clean; replace defective light bulbs/diffusers.
• Test all portable appliances as specified in company procedures.
• Test and record water temperatures as specified.
• Maintain a "Maintenance Book" recording defects; use it to effect repairs/replacements daily.
• Assist/supervise deliveries to the Care Centre and monitor goods closely.
• Liaise with Home Manager or delegated staff member regarding maintenance work.
• Participate in staff and client meetings as required.
• Attend mandatory training days/courses, on or off site, as and when required.
• Maintain professional knowledge and competence.
• Ensure paints and varnishes are used/stored according to manufacturers' instructions.
• Ensure painting/varnishing work areas are well‑ventilated and safe.
• Report immediately any illness of infectious nature or accidents involving clients, colleagues or self.
• Understand and implement the Care Centre's Health and Safety policy, emergency and fire procedures.
• Promote safe working practice in the Care Centre.

• Discounts on shopping, fashion, day out, travel, entertainment and more.
• Flex Earn: earned wage access.
• Free face‑to‑face counselling for you and your family.
• Staff recognition award ceremonies.
• £30 voucher each month for nominated "Employee of the month".
• Opportunities for training and career progression.
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme.
• Blue Light Card – up to 50% discount across many retailers.
• Free eye test and discounted glasses.
• Cashback card – save up to £500 annually, usable at over 80 big brands.
• Wellbeing portal: free meditation series, wellbeing podcasts & live virtual events, mental health support programmes, workout plans, live digital gym classes, mindset and wellbeing series.
• Seasonal company events, competitions and incentives.
• On‑site parking.

Harbour Healthcare

Address:
The Lodge House, Dodge Hill, Heaton Norris, Stockport, Cheshire SK4 1RD

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