We are hiring a Maintenance Manager to support two care homes located just 1.5 miles apart. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone with general maintenance experience, a can-do attitude, and the ability to manage varied daily tasks independently.
A company van is provided for travel between sites and work-related duties.
What You'll Do:
* Carry out general maintenance across two care homes
* Decorate bedrooms and communal areas
* Perform Health & Safety checks, audits, and maintain documentation
* Conduct fire alarm and legionella water testing
* Repair nursing beds and care equipment
* Move and install furniture, TVs, curtain poles, shelving, etc.
* Basic electrical tasks – changing light bulbs, fitting chandeliers
* Patch and repair walls, doors, and architraves
* Liaise with external contractors – electricians, plumbers, carpet fitters, etc.
* Basic plumbing support – drain rodding, jet washing
* Organise and load waste skips; manage deliveries/removals
* Maintain outdoor areas – mowing, tidying, setting up garden furniture
* Seasonal tasks – fireworks setup (Bonfire Night), Christmas lights and trees
* Respond to and resolve all maintenance requests recorded in the staff logbook
What We're Looking For:
* Proven maintenance or facilities experience (care setting is a plus)
* Hands-on skills across multiple trades
* Reliable, self-motivated, and proactive
* Able to manage workload across two sites (company van provided)
* Good communication and problem-solving skills
* Full UK driving licence required
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Fareham PO14 1AU: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
* Maintenance: 2 years (preferred)
Language:
* English (required)
Work Location: In person