At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure our care home is safe and well-maintained through proactive maintenance and repairs.
- Company: Join a friendly team in a supportive private care home environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, ongoing training, pension scheme, and paid annual leave.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a rewarding and dynamic setting.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in residents' lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in maintenance, practical skills, and a full UK driving licence.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
About the Role We are seeking a reliable, skilled, and proactive Maintenance Engineer to join our friendly team in a private care home.
This is a full-time position with the temporary responsibility of overseeing maintenance across two care home sites, ensuring both environments remain safe, compliant, and well-maintained for our residents and staff.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys problem-solving, and is committed to maintaining high standards in a care environment.
Key Responsibilities Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across both care home sites.
Perform general repairs including plumbing, joinery, decorating, basic electrical work, and routine maintenance.
Conduct regular health and safety checks, fire safety inspections, and building audits.
Ensure all maintenance records and compliance documentation are completed accurately.
Liaise with external contractors and oversee works when required.
Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies.
Maintain the grounds and external areas to a high standard.
Ensure all work is completed in accordance with health and safety regulations.
About You The successful candidate will have: Previous experience in a maintenance or facilities role.
Good all-round practical skills across multiple trades.
A proactive approach with excellent problem-solving abilities.
The ability to prioritise workload across two locations.
Strong communication and organisational skills.
A full UK driving licence (essential).
An understanding of health and safety requirements within a care setting is desirable.
What We Offer Competitive salary of £35,000-£45,000 per annum (dependent on experience).
Full-time, permanent employment.
Supportive management team and friendly working environment.
Opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our residents.
Ongoing training and development opportunities.
Company pension scheme.
Paid annual leave.
If you are a dependable and experienced maintenance professional looking for your next opportunity in a rewarding care environment, we would love to hear from you.
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Maintenance Engineer in Preston employer: L M Healthcare
L&M Healthcare is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive working environment at our Service Hulton House in Preston. We pride ourselves on providing market-leading pay, comprehensive training, and clear career development pathways, ensuring that our Senior Care Assistants can thrive while making a meaningful impact on the lives of those we care for. With unique benefits like your birthday off and access to well-being programs, there has never been a better time to join our dedicated team of caring professionals.
