Job Description
Maintenance Operative
Location
St Marys Riverside, Hessle, East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Job Type
Permanent, Full-time (35 hours per week, includes occasional evenings and weekends)
Sponsorship
Not currently available
Join St Mary’s Care Group - Make Every Day Matter
At St Mary’s Care Group, we believe in delivering more than just care. Our values are rooted in dignity, respect, and a personalised approach that places each resident’s wellbeing, independence and choices at the heart of everything we do.
At St Marys Riverside, we know that the little things can make a big difference in someone’s day. That’s why we’re looking for a warm, enthusiastic Maintenance Operative to help bring colour and connection to life at our home in Hull.
You’ll be joining a team where compassion and empowerment go hand in hand, and where every colleague plays a vital part in improving the quality of life for those we care for.
If you’re passionate about helping others live well, and you love the idea of making every day more meaningful, this could be the role for you.
What You’ll Be Doing
As our Maintenance Operative, you’ll play a vital role in enriching the lives of residents by:
- Report and action any known defects to appliances, damaged furniture / equipment and any other potential hazards to the Home Manager.
- Ensure the maintenance of the Home’s exterior, including:
- Keep any sheds, utbuildings and areas in which waste is stored in a clean and tidy condition.
- Clear snw and grit the drive, paths and any areas to which Residents, Visitors or Staff Members have access.
- Where applicable, litter pick, cut the grass arund the building and tend to any flowerbeds, hanging baskets etc.
- Clean all signs / lighting utside the Home
- Carry out any touching up or making good of decoration as and when required in order to maintain our high standards.
- Complete weekly Pre planned maintenances such as statutory compliance checks, Testing of the fire alarm system, and log results, weekly. Check call points, fire exits, door retaining devices and fire emergency lights, as specified in Company procedures.
- Complete and accurately record all Planned maintenance as required. (Please see PPM list)
- Ensure all ventilation units and lights are kept clean. Replace any defective light bulbs / diffusers.
- Test all portable appliances as specified in Company procedures. (If trained and competent)
- Test, and record, water temperatures, clean and chlorinate shower heads as specified in Company procedures.
- Maintain the homes “Maintenance Book” in which defects are logged and PPMS are recorded. Use this book to effect repairs/replacements daily. If unable to complete the task, please log with Helpdesk.
- Assist/supervise with deliveries to the Home. Monitor and sign off deliveries.
- Assist Contractors onsite.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone who is:
- Warm, approachable, and brimming with positivity
- Be ‘on-call’ for advice / action in any emergencies which may arise in or out of hours.
- Organised, reliable, and confident in planning checks
- Passionate about improving the lives of older people
- Previous experience in a care setting is a bonus, but we’re just as interested in your personality and values
What We Offer
Working at St Mary’s Care Group means being part of something special. You’ll enjoy:
- A friendly, supportive, and welcoming workplace
- Real opportunities for ongoing training and career progression
- A chance to make a meaningful impact in people’s lives every day
- A valued role within a close-knit team that cares as much about each other as we do our residents
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