Overview
Job Title: Maintenance Operative
Location: Southlands Care Home, 9 Ripon Road, Harrogate, HG1 2JA
Salary: Up to £16.80 per hour dependent on experience
Contract: Full Time, Permanent 37.5 hours
Shift pattern: Monday - Friday 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.
Location Status: On site
Care Home Postcode: HG1 2JA
Job: Maintenance
Disqualification questions: Home_Support, 2022_ADJUSTMENTS
Unposting Date: Ongoing
Responsibilities
* Ensuring that all health and safety and compliance checks are carried out using the provided digital systems as per the timescales directed by Bupa Standard Operating Procedures and by Bupa compliance management tools and software.
* Action and close any tasks attributed to the Maintenance Manager or home highlighted on Bupa compliance management tools and software.
* Ensure that safety and cleanliness within the care home and grounds is to the satisfaction of Environmental Health, local Fire Authority requirements, Legionella Risk Assessment requirements and Health & Safety regulations etc.
* Ensure that all necessary maintenance and repair tasks are completed to a high standard, in a timely manner and offer value for money whilst ensuring internal decoration continues to meet the organisation\'s vision regarding first impressions.
* Ensure regular review of residents’ preferences in relation to their personal space is documented and actioned.
* Report defects, obtain quotes and manage repairs using Bupa approved contractors, complying at all times with Bupa’s Standard Operating Procedures.
* Report irreparable defects to Home Manager or Property/Maintenance Manager as appropriate.
* Manage Care Home elements of any refurbishment programme and capex programme of works ensuring minimal disruption to residents, visitors and staff.
* Ensure that all tools and equipment are maintained and safely secured at all times.
* Assist with induction of new colleagues with regard to the operation of emergency exits, fire points and evacuation procedures, keeping a record of all instructions given as required by the Home Manager, especially where the use of equipment is involved.
* Although you will be located within a home there may be a requirement to provide maintenance support to a local Care Homes within a reasonable distance (no more than 1hr from normal place of work) as and when required to provide a comprehensive regional maintenance support.
Qualifications & Skills
* A good understanding of building services including heating, hot and cold-water distribution, ventilation, electrical distribution, and plumbing
* Sound understanding of building fabric and its maintenance
* Practical experience of planned maintenance systems and record keeping
* Knowledge of relevant statutory requirements and experience of compliance
* A full driving licence
* A building/electrical/plumbing qualification (City & Guilds, BTEC, ONC, HNC etc) or a minimum of 3 years hand on experience in property maintenance and general repairs where possible
* Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
* Computer literate
* Good Customer service skills
* Be flexible to meet changing demands within the care home
* Practical ability and experience in painting and decorating
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to make health happen for our people. Viva is our global wellbeing programme and includes all aspects of our health – from mental and physical, to financial, social and environmental wellbeing. We support flexible working and have a range of family friendly benefits.
* My Healthcare - Free access to 24/7 support, advice, and treatment for a variety of health-related issues, including remote GP appointments, physiotherapy and mental health support
* Annual allowance which you can redeem against a menu of Bupa healthcare products, all to the approximate value of £350
* Wagestream - Have early access to up to 40% of your earned wages within minutes
* 28 days holiday
* Sick pay scheme to our frontline teams, as an addition to statutory sick pay
* Long service - rewards with ecards, extra holidays and money
* Free meal on every shift
* Interest-free annual travel loan for public transport seasons
* Bupa pension plans
* Parental leave schemes
* Menopause Plan
* Discounts at gyms and fitness facilities
Why Bupa
We’re a health insurer and provider. With no shareholders, our customers are our focus. Our people are driven by the same purpose – helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We encourage all of our people to “Be you at Bupa”, champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and offers reasonable adjustments in recruitment for disabled applicants.
* Please note, this role is not at or above RQF Level 3 and is not included under the UK\'s Points Based Immigration System for sponsorship by an employer.
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
Location: North Yorkshire / Leeds area – various postings
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