Maintenance Operative - Leeds, United Kingdom - Bupa Care Homes

Bupa Care Homes

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Leeds, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Description

Maintenance Operative

Sunnyview House Care Home,
Manorfield, Beeston, Leeds, LS11 8QB

It's the small things that can often make the biggest difference.

At Bupa Care Homes, we know it's our privilege to care for people - supporting them to live with dignity and independence.

As a Maintenance Operative at Sunnyview, you'll ensure the care home remainsfunctional at all times andour residents have a safe and comfortable environment.

We'll support you to get the most out of your career, including putting you through the City & Guilds Level 3 Award in the in-service inspection and testing of electrical equipment.

Working hours and salary

£ £12.78ph dependent on experience and qualifications

Monday to Friday, 40 hours

What the role involves

Ensuring that all maintenance and repair tasks are completed to a high standard with mínimal disruption to our residents and visitors, including the maintenance of offices, workshops, and plant rooms
Contributing to the management of the maintenance budget, taking the lead as appropriate
Carrying out adhoc internal decoration of all accessible areas as indicated, ensuring it's maintained to a high standard
Reporting unrepairable defects to management, escalating, or seeking specialist repair if required
Ensuring that all health and safety and compliance checks are carried to deadlines,and all policies and guidelines are adhered to at all times
Working on call as and when required to support our care home outside of hours

Who we're looking for

A full driving licence is essential for this role.

You hold a building/electrical/plumbing qualification or have a minimum of 3 years' experience in a property maintenance or general repairs role.

Previous experience in a site management role and experience managing consultants, contractors and contracted suppliers would be advantageous.

Friendly and approachable, you'll have a good understanding of building services including, heating, hot and cold-water distribution, ventilation, electrical distribution, and plumbing.

You understand the importance of maintaining high standards and have knowledge of relevant statutory requirements and compliance. You can work flexibly to meet demands and you're always happy to help the wider team. You'll enjoy working with others and building relationships with our residents.

What's in it for you?

28 days holiday
Hot meal provided on a 12hour shift
Comprehensive induction, ongoing training and development and options for internal apprenticeship schemes
Access to MyHealthcare which gives you quick, easy access to free support, advice, and treatment for a variety of healthrelated issues, including remote GP, physiotherapy, and mental health support all available from one phone number
Additional health & wellbeing tools including Be Me App, Healthy Minds, Gym Pass & discounted health assessments
NEST workplace pension, life assurance & bereavement support
Healthcare Insurance Cash plan (after 18 months' service) giving you the ability to claim on everyday treatments like dental, optical and private prescriptions
My Bupa Extras discounts at your favourite retailers, plus a huge range of tools, content and information to support you with your wellbeing

Wagestream

Access your income before pay day, if and when you need it

Here you'll be welcomed. We champion diversity and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve.

You'll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose - helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world.