Maintenance Technician, Arden Court Care Home

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Department: EstatesLocation: Salford – Arden Court

Hours

Full time – Monday to FridayContractual hours – 37.5 per weekSalary – Competitive salary depending on experience

Responsibilities

• Carry out day to day repairs and some refurbishment activity to maintain high standards in the care home, including joinery, painting, decorating, basic plumbing and electrical maintenance.
• Carry out statutory safety checks at stipulated frequencies including fire alarm testing, emergency lighting, nurse call, water temperatures and ensure accurate records are kept.
• Undertake audits and ensure servicing is carried out on all equipment and accurate records are maintained.
• Liaison with contractors and suppliers to service the needs of the care home.
• Work closely with the team to ensure that residents live in a place that is safe and well maintained at all times.
• Fire warden responsibilities (training provided), overseeing fire drills and evacuations, and regular checking of all fire safety equipment.
• Ensure all bedrooms are refreshed and in a ready‑to‑let condition.

Qualifications / What we are looking for

• A Maintenance Operative/Handyperson with experience in a wide range of property maintenance in a care setting.
• Proven ability to undertake a wide range of maintenance tasks and responsibility for the upkeep and maintenance of all buildings, external grounds, and equipment.
• Excellent knowledge of Health and Safety, fire safety and legionella control.
• Organised, self‑motivated person who can work effectively on own initiative as well as part of a team.
• Ability to work under pressure and have a positive can‑do attitude.
• Excellent communication skills and friendly attitude.
• Well‑presented and punctual with a clean and tidy working practice.
• IT literate with ability to use an online audit system and organise work via a digital maintenance app.
• GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent) desirable.
• Driving licence essential.

Benefits and Rewards

• Comprehensive induction, ongoing training and development, access to paid NVQ training.
• 28 days annual leave.
• Food provided while on shift.
• Refer a friend bonus scheme with payment up to £1,000.
• Uniform provided.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Discounts on shopping, holidays, cinema, dining, days out and much more.

Bloomcare values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community, reflecting the population it serves. We only recruit the best and in return for your commitment the company offers an attractive salary and benefits.

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