Maintenance Assistant

Are you a maintenance whiz with an eye for detail and a passion for keeping things running smoothly? We're looking for a Maintenance Assistant to join our team! From day-to-day upkeep of the building and grounds to ensuring top-notch health and safety standards, your role will be vital in maintaining our luxury property. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, apply now and be part of something truly special!

We

offer some excellent rewards and benefits including

• We offer

all team members 1 free meal per shift.

• Enhanced Bank

Holiday pay.

• Uniform provided.
• Increased

Annual Leave entitlement. Team members who work with us for 3 years or

more, get extra annual leave.

• Cycle to

Work scheme – Why not save money on commuting costs and improve your

health at the same time.

• Milestone

Birthdays - get EXTRA time off to celebrate that

special birthday.

• Company

sick pay which is over and above the statutory entitlement (subject to length of service).

• Refer a

Friend Scheme for successful referrals - for all

permanent roles within Oakland Care (T&C's apply).

• Recognition

and staff appreciation initiatives.

• Long

service awards.

• Health Cash Plan (subject to T&Cs).
• Death in Service Benefit (subject to T&Cs).

And

much more……….

Location

Osbern Manor, 26-28 Hoath Lane, Wigmore, Gillingham ME8 0SW

Hours

40 hours per week

Pay

£14.00 per hour

Contract

Permanent

Shift

Days (Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm and on call duties every other weekend)

We are an award-winning Care Home provider who deliver high quality, kind and compassionate care. For our residents, joining one of our Homes is like joining our family - and we make that no different for our new colleagues. If you have experience in maintenance or a similar job role and have a proactive approach to work then this could be the role for you!

What will you be doing

• Carry out routine maintenance, repairs and decorating throughout the home.
• Complete regular checks in line with Oakland Care's Health and Safety, Emergency and Fire policies and procedures.
• Monitor and maintain equipment, fixtures and fittings.
• Make sure gardens, grounds and outdoor areas are safe and well-preserved.
• Assist with planned maintenance programmes and contractor visits.
• Perform basic plumbing, painting, carpentry and general maintenance tasks.
• Support with keeping accurate maintenance and safety records.

What you need to succeed

• Previous experience in a similar maintenance, caretaking or facilities role.
• Possess good practical skills across a range of maintenance duties.
• Understand Health and Safety requirements within a workplace setting.
• Is proactive, organised and able to work independently as well as being a team player.
• Excellent communication skills and enjoys working with older people.
• Takes pride in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.

“Our mission” is to provide exceptional homes for people to live, love and be loved where everyone is part of our family.

• Family
• Integrity
• Respect
• Exceptional
• Sustainable

Apply now!

If you’re ready to start your journey and make a difference, then don’t delay and apply today!