Maintenance Operative – Nursing Home – £16ph – Immediate Interviews
£16.00 per Hour | Full-Time | Monday to Friday | Immediate Interviews | November Start Dates Experienced Maintenance Operative Wanted – Start Your New Role Before Christmas!
Are you a skilled, reliable and hands-on
Maintenance Operative, Maintenance Technician or Handyperson
looking for a stable, permanent position with Monday-to-Friday working hours? Innov8staffing
is recruiting on behalf of an established nursing home seeking an experienced and practical
Maintenance Operative
to join its dedicated team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong general building maintenance skills who enjoys problem-solving, carrying out repairs and ensuring buildings are safe, comfortable and well maintained. Previous nursing-home, care-home or NHS maintenance experience is desirable but not essential. Immediate interviews are being arranged, with the opportunity to start during November, just in time for Christmas! What's on Offer?
£16.00 per hour
Permanent, full-time position
Monday-to-Friday working hours
Immediate interview slots available
November start dates
Stable, long-term employment
Established nursing-home environment
Varied and rewarding maintenance responsibilities
Opportunity to work alongside a supportive management and care team
Rewarding position where your practical skills and experience will be valued
About the Nursing Home
Our client operates an established nursing home providing care and support to residents with a range of nursing and personal care needs. The home is looking for a practical, organised and dependable Maintenance Operative to help ensure the building, equipment and surrounding areas are maintained to a high standard. You will work closely with the Home Manager and wider care team to maintain a safe, comfortable and welcoming environment for residents, staff and visitors. The Role – Maintenance Operative
As Maintenance Operative, you will take responsibility for general repairs, preventative maintenance, routine inspections and supporting the home's health and safety requirements. Your key responsibilities will include: Carrying out general maintenance and repairs throughout the nursing home
Undertaking basic plumbing, carpentry, painting and decorating
Completing minor building repairs and general maintenance tasks
Performing planned preventative maintenance
Conducting routine building and equipment inspections
Supporting fire safety checks and maintaining appropriate records
Carrying out water temperature monitoring in line with legionella prevention procedures
Maintaining residents' bedrooms, communal areas and external grounds
Identifying and resolving maintenance issues promptly
Liaising with external contractors for specialist repairs
Maintaining accurate maintenance logs and compliance records
Ensuring all work is carried out safely and respectfully around residents
Supporting the Home Manager with general building maintenance requirements
What Are We Looking For?
We would love to hear from experienced
Maintenance Operatives, Maintenance Technicians, Handypersons and general property maintenance professionals . Essential Requirements: Previous experience in general building, property or facilities maintenance
Practical skills in basic plumbing, carpentry, painting and decorating
Good understanding of workplace health and safety
Experience carrying out routine maintenance and repairs
Ability to identify and resolve maintenance issues
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks effectively
Reliable, hardworking and professional approach
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Respectful attitude towards nursing-home residents
Availability to work full-time, Monday to Friday
Availability to attend an immediate interview
Ability to start during November , subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks
Desirable Experience: Previous maintenance experience wi
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Maintenance Operative employer: Innov8staffing
Join a well-established nursing home in Darlington as a Senior Healthcare Assistant, where your experience and compassion will be truly valued. With a supportive work culture, competitive pay of £14.00 per hour, and opportunities for ongoing training and career development, this role offers a meaningful way to make a difference in residents' lives during the night shifts. Enjoy the benefits of permanent employment, paid breaks, and a company pension while being part of a dedicated team committed to high standards of care.
