Facilities Assistant

Facilities Assistant – Various Locations covering from CV11 to LE4

We are currently seeking a skilled and dedicatedFacilities Assistantto join our care home facilities team across multiple locations in the Midlands. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the safety, comfort, and functionality of our care homes through efficient maintenance and repair tasks.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform routine maintenance tasks to ensure the optimal operation of essential systems, including plumbing, electrical, heating, and ventilation.
• Conduct regular inspections of the premises to identify potential maintenance issues and address them promptly.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, carrying out necessary repairs or replacements.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in all maintenance work areas, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Assist in the procurement of supplies, equipment, and materials necessary for ongoing maintenance operations.
• Keep accurate records of maintenance activities using digital systems, including work orders and inventory management.
• Work collaboratively with caregivers, management, and other staff members to coordinate maintenance tasks and minimise disruption to resident care.
• Provide courteous and responsive customer service to residents, families, and stakeholders, addressing maintenance-related concerns promptly.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Previous experience in a maintenance role, preferably within a healthcare or senior living environment.
• Strong knowledge of general maintenance tasks, including plumbing, electrical work, carpentry, and HVAC systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving maintenance issues.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact professionally with residents, staff, and external vendors.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Compassion, patience, and a commitment to providing a safe and comfortable environment for residents and staff.
• Physical stamina and dexterity to perform manual labour tasks required in a care home setting.

About Midlands Care:

Midlands Care is a premier health & social care provider in the Midlands, offering support to over 250 individuals with diverse care requirements. As an employer, we invest heavily in our staff by ensuring consistent day-to-day assistance and comprehensive training, empowering employees to excel in their roles. We believe our staff deliver outstanding service every day, and we prioritise maintaining a high-quality and supportive working environment.

Please note, the salary shown is for a full time position, the salary will be pro-rated according to the hours of employment.

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