- At the commencement of each day check maintenance books in the home and carry out repairs as required or contact engineers/service agent where applicable. (agreement by Home Manager & Facilities Manager).
- Complete all checks on a daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual basis as required. To familiarise yourself with the contractors, call out system and their responsibilities in the home. To familiarise yourself with homes emergency procedures i.e. fire, gas leak.
- Undertake basic electrical checks on all equipment, i.e. ensuring that all plugs and cables equipment are visually checked for signs of damage, labelling is legible and correct. Any faults are reported to the Home Manager and Facilities Manager.
- Ensure that daily/weekly/monthly fire checks are completed which includes the fire alarm system, fire extinguisher and fire doors and record findings. Ensure the appropriate remedial action is taken (i.e. contact Facilities manager).
- Maintain all items of equipment and tools in a clean, safe and secure manner.
- To ensure monthly meter readings of gas, electricity and water are submitted to the Administrator/Manager on specified dates.
- To ensure deliveries to the Home are stored and checked as appropriate.
- To ensure all storage areas are clean and tidy and security is maintained.
- All Internal, external doors and pathways are kept clear and that any defects are reported to the Home Manager/Facilities Manager.
- Undertake general redecoration works as instructed by the Home Manager.
- Undertake ground maintenance and the site generally weed free.
- Use and maintain the equipment provided in a safe and secure manner.
- To be aware of maintaining resident’s privacy and to communicate with nursing staff should works be required which will affect resident care.
- To liaise with the Home Manager and Facilities Manager at least once a week to discuss maintenance issues, re-decoration etc.
- Assist in the general maintenance of the retirement apartments.
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Birmingham, West Midlands B27 6QS, England
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- A Maintenance Operative is required to work Monday to Friday in the Birmingham area, offering a salary of up to £30,000 per annum.
- Candidates must possess a valid driving license and be able to pass an enhanced background check.
- The role involves checking maintenance logs, performing repairs, and completing regular safety checks on equipment and fire systems.
- Additionally, the operative will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and security of storage areas and assisting with general maintenance tasks.
- A minimum of two years of experience in a maintenance role is preferred.
