Description
Maintenance Operative
Cottenham Court Care Home, High Street, Cottenham, Cambridge, CB24 8SS
£12.80 - £16 per hour depending on experience
30 hours per week
6 months fixed term contract
Working times 9am - 5pm
We make health happen
Here at Bupa we support those when they need it the most. Our care homes are dedicated to delivering person-centred care, supporting independence and honouring choice to help our residents live their best lives.
As a Maintenance Operative at Cottenham Court Care Home, you’ll ensure the care home remains functional at all times and our residents have a safe and comfortable environment. We’ll support you to get the most out of your career, including putting you through the City & Guilds Level 3 Award in the in-service inspection and testing of electrical equipment.
You’ll help us make health happen by:
1. Ensuring that all maintenance and repair tasks are completed to a high standard with minimal disruption to our residents and visitors, including the maintenance of offices, workshops, and plant rooms
2. Contributing to the management of the maintenance budget, taking the lead as appropriate
3. Carrying out ad-hoc internal decoration of all accessible areas as indicated, ensuring it’s maintained to a high standard
4. Reporting unrepairable defects to management, escalating, or seeking specialist repair if required
5. Ensuring that all health and safety and compliance checks are carried to deadlines, and all policies and guidelines are adhered to at all times
6. Working on call as and when required to support our care homeoutside of hours
Key Skills / Qualifications needed for this role:
A full driving licence is essential for this role. You hold a building/electrical/plumbing qualification or have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a property maintenance or general repairs role. Previous experience in a site management role and experience managing consultants, contractors and contracted suppliers would be advantageous. Friendly and approachable, you’ll have a good understanding of building services including, heating, hot and cold-water distribution, ventilation, electrical distribution, and plumbing. You understand the importance of maintaining high standards and have knowledge of relevant statutory requirements and compliance. You can work flexibly to meet demands and you’re always happy to help the wider team. You’ll enjoy working with others and building relationships with our residents. Benefits Joining Bupa in this role you will receive the following benefits and more: · Flexible working patterns to fit around you· Comprehensive induction (fully paid)· Free meal on every shift· DBS Check and Uniform provided and paid for by Bupa· Access to discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UK