At a Glance
- Tasks: Perform general repairs and maintenance in care homes and schools.
- Company: Join a supportive team dedicated to maintaining safe environments.
- Benefits: Enjoy a company van, fuel card, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible working hours with a friendly team atmosphere.
- Why this job: Make a difference in your community while developing valuable skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in joinery or carpentry is a plus; driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Position Overview
We're looking for a full time Maintenance Operative to help maintain our growing portfolio of Care Homes, Schools, and Residential Homes for both Children and Adults.
You'll be responsible for a variety of general repair and maintenance tasks, including fixing fire doors, patching walls, minor plumbing, and other day-to-day upkeep.
Larger or specialist jobs will be handled by local contractors.
You'll manage your own workload, work independently, and be supported by a friendly team along with the Facilities Manager and Head of Facilities.
You'll also work closely with Home Managers to help prioritise and plan tasks on site.
Key Responsibilities
- Fix fire doors
- Patch walls
- Perform minor plumbing
- Daily upkeep of sites
- Maintain external services: gardening, painting, general tidiness, basic repairs
- Conduct internal decorating to a high standard
- Supervise external contractors
- Respond to emergency maintenance (boarding up windows, replacing locks, etc.)
- Assist operational staff with moving furniture and other tasks as directed
- Manage allocated monthly spend
- Perform carpentry tasks: door hanging, frame fitting, shelving, minor furniture repairs
- Minor plumbing repairs: replacing taps, repairing leaks, replacing TRVs
- Maintain company van as per Fleet policy (no personal use)
- Complete Trackplan timesheets and document materials used, update daily
- Maintain tools inventory and ensure tools are kept in good condition
- Attend training courses, meetings, and other required events.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Full UK driving licence (necessary for travel between sites)
- At least one year of experience in joinery, carpentry, and general maintenance
- Knowledge of PPE, asbestos, and related regulations
- Experience in a similar role preferred but not essential
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage own workload
- Willingness to travel to sites within an hour’s drive from home
- Relevant criminal record disclosure (DBS) required
Benefits
- 40 hours per week, 8:30am‑5:30pm (starting from arrival at your first site)
- Company van, fuel card, phone, and tools provided
- Training and professional development opportunities
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Property Maintenance in Kidderminster employer: Keys Group
Keys Group is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff, offering competitive pay rates and additional income opportunities. With a strong focus on employee growth through funded qualifications and a supportive management team, working in Sudbury provides a fulfilling environment where you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of children with complex needs.
