At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure our facilities are top-notch and safe for everyone.
- Company: Join Westward Care, a caring organisation focused on quality.
- Benefits: Potential for permanent role, supportive team, and skill development.
- Other info: Opportunity to grow within a dynamic and caring organisation.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives by maintaining a welcoming environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in maintenance and a passion for customer service.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
Westward Care are currently recruiting for a Maintenance Operative to join us based in Leeds on a temporary basis, with the possibility of the role becoming permanent. The successful Maintenance Operative will be responsible for:
- Manage the maintenance and upkeep of the facility and grounds, ensuring a safe, high-quality, hotel-standard environment for residents, visitors, and staff.
- Plan, coordinate, and carry out preventative and reactive maintenance, minimising disruption to care services and ensuring all work is completed efficiently and on time.
- Conduct and maintain records of statutory inspections, safety checks, and maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with organisational policies, health and safety regulations, and legal requirements.
- Manage relationships with contractors and suppliers, sourcing approved products and services that deliver quality, reliability, and value for money.
- Identify and implement improvements to buildings, facilities, and grounds, supporting continuous improvement and enhancing the customer experience.
- Communicate effectively with the General Manager, colleagues, and stakeholders, providing updates on maintenance activities, prioritising urgent issues, and supporting operational planning.
- Support the organisation’s customer service, events, and operational objectives, ensuring facilities are well-presented, resources are managed effectively.
Maintenance Operative employer: Westward Care Ltd
Westward Care is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. Located in Leeds, our team enjoys a collaborative environment where innovation is encouraged, and opportunities for skill development are abundant, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the maintenance sector.
We think you need these skills to ace Maintenance Operative
Communication Skills
Problem-Solving Skills
Attention to Detail
Time Management
Coordination Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Initiative
