At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure safety and comfort by maintaining the care home and supporting the team.
- Company: A passionate healthcare provider dedicated to high standards of care.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, paid leave, training, and free parking.
- Other info: Join a caring community where your contributions are valued and recognised.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in residents' lives while enjoying a fulfilling career.
- Qualifications: Experience in maintenance, basic literacy, and a valid UK driving licence.
The predicted salary is between 14.55 - 14.55 £ per hour.
The Home Willow Grove is a beautiful, modern care home situated in Dungannon. Our spacious home has a team of talented, highly-skilled professionals and provides person-centred residential care for older people, including those living with dementia. The Willow Grove team are proud of their strong links with the local community, ensuring our residents have all that they need, whilst their health and wellbeing is well-tended to.
The facilities available within the home are designed to enable residents to be as independent as possible, with the benefit of 24-hour care support provided around the clock by fully trained, kind and compassionate carers, delivering their services with the utmost dignity and respect. Our sociable amenities for residents to enjoy include a variety of comfortable lounges and dining areas. The private bedrooms are fully-furnished, all with en-suite facilities, and residents are able to bring their own home accessories and furniture to personalise their room and make it their own space.
The Role
Each of our Homes has a Maintenance person, who is vital in ensuring the safety, comfort and well-being of residents and team members. From fixing leaky taps to organising the repair of electrical systems to maintaining the grounds and ensuring fire safety regulations are met, this is a varied role and a key member of the team. With each repair and maintenance task, you’re not just fixing things; you’re supporting the team in providing excellent care to our residents in their Home. The Maintenance person is essential in ensuring we can provide a warm, welcoming, and safe environment for our residents where they feel at home.
Responsibilities:
- Ensures that Healthcare Ireland’s minimum standards are delivered in all units.
- Liaises with local contractors on site, as required, providing local knowledge and guidance in order that maintenance schedules can be on time.
Benefits:
- Paid annual leave
- The chance to be part of a growing Healthcare company
- Continuous professional development and training
- Values-led culture
- Overtime available
- Opportunities for progression
- Pension plan (if applicable)
- Attractive hourly rate
- Access NI fee paid for
- Uniforms and PPE provided
- Monthly incentives and recognition awards
- Free parking
We do not offer sponsorship for this role. Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.
Required Criteria:
- The Right to Work in the UK
- A minimum of a year’s experience in a maintenance or similar role
- Basic numeracy and literacy are minimum requirements
- Valid UK driving license and use of a car for company business
Desired Criteria:
- Keyboard and PC skills with a basic level of proficiency for the standard range of office applications such as Word and Excel
About The Company
We are passionate about providing the highest standards of care in safe, positive and flexible environments, which enable each person who uses our services to achieve their potential. We are committed to providing each employee with a fulfilling working environment, encouraging personal and professional development. We aim to be a first-class, independent organisation delivering innovative, collaborative and value for money services.
Our ultimate purpose is to work with the people who use our services and their families and friends, to enable them to take control of their lives.
Company Culture
We’re always on the lookout for people who care, whether that’s caring for our residents, or in one of our roles like laundry, kitchen, administration or maintenance. Each of our Homes and our Head Office work together to achieve something excellent that truly makes a difference in people’s lives. It’s a community where your work has a purpose, and your contributions are valued. If you’re passionate about making a difference and are seeking a rewarding career in healthcare, we welcome you to explore opportunities with us and help continue our legacy of excellence in care.
Salary: £14.55 per hour
Additional Benefits:
- Retirement plan and/or pension
- Employee development programs
- Free parking
- Competitive salary
- Social Opportunities
- Employee Recognition Scheme
