Maintenance Operative​/Building Maintenance Technician

Overview

Maintenance Operative / Building Maintenance Technician – Streatham Hill, South London. An excellent opportunity to join a friendly and supportive team responsible for maintaining the safety, cleanliness and upkeep of a care home.

Salary: £33,490 to £34,500 per annum (depending on experience).

Location:

Streatham Hill, South London. Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.

We welcome applications from candidates with experience in roles such as Maintenance Assistant, Facilities Technician, Supported Housing Maintenance Operative, Maintenance Worker, or Handyperson.

• General Maintenance:
  Carry out day-to-day maintenance, repair, and upkeep of buildings, systems, and equipment
• Health & Safety Compliance:
  Ensure all work meets Health and Safety standards in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act
• Minor Repairs:
  Complete basic electrical, plumbing, and carpentry repairs as required
• Painting & Decorating:
  Paint and decorate resident rooms and communal areas
• Grounds Maintenance:
  Maintain gardens, fencing, and pathways to keep the site tidy and safe
• Equipment Management:
  Ensure tools and equipment are safely stored and well maintained
• Waste Management:
  Manage waste and recycling areas in line with environmental standards
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Assist with moves, home openings or closures, and other maintenance tasks as directed
• Fire Safety:
  Participate in fire drills and support inspection preparation

Essential

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
• Positive approach to Health & Safety and risk assessments
• Proven experience of maintenance work in a residential or similar setting
• Flexible, practical, and resourceful approach to work
• Willingness to travel between regional sites when required

Desirable

• Recognised qualification in Electronics or a relevant trade
• Holder of a Health and Safety certificate
• Knowledge of COSHH and risk management principles
• Willingness to undertake further training and development

This role requires a DBS check.

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CVs of applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

Job reference: AWDO-P14312