Job Details
JOB PURPOSE:
To carry out both planned and reactive maintenance on the fabric of the building, its services and grounds in order to ensure that the Care Centre is maintained in a safe and efficient
functional order.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
● General maintenance knowledge / experience e.g. minor electrical, plumbing, joinery work etc
● Good communication skills
● Confident team player
● Ability to work independently and on own initiative
● Willingness to receive training on current Health & Safety / EHO issues
Desired:
● Understanding of central heating systems, laundry equipment and hot & cold water systems
● Knowledge of current Health & Safety regulations
● Use of a car or similar vehicle
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
General Maintenance:
1. Report and action any known defects to appliances, damaged furniture / equipment and any other potential hazards to Head Office via electronic fault reporting application.
2. Ensure the maintenance of the Care Centre’s exterior, including:
o Keep any sheds, outbuildings and areas in which waste is stored in a clean and tidy condition.
o Keep front of House tidy and presentable at all times
o Where accessible keep all gutters and gulleys clear of all debris
o Fire exit stairs to be clear from debris and regularly checked
o Clear snow and grit the drive, paths and any areas to which Clients, Visitors or Staff Members have access.
o Where applicable, cut the grass around the building and tend to any flowerbeds, hanging baskets etc.
o Clean all signs / lighting outside the Care Centre.
o External lighting working
o CCTV cleaned regularly
3. Carry out any patching up or touching up of decoration as and when required in order to maintain standard of Care Centre.
4. Test 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.
5. Undertake regular audits using the company’s current audit tool at agreed frequencies and create action plans as appropriate.
6. Ensure all ventilation units and lights are kept clean. Replace any defective light bulbs / diffusers.
7. Test all portable appliances as specified in Company procedures.
8. Test, and record, water temperatures as specified in Company procedures.
9. Maintain and update the electronic fault logging system in which defects are recorded by staff. Ensure the progress of each job is recorded in a timely manner. Assist/supervise with
deliveries to the Care Centre. Monitor delivered goods closely.
10. Maintenance of equipment used and provided to carry out works at the Home
11. Liaise with contractors and be the point of contact on site for both reactive and planned works
Communication:
12. Liaise with General Manager, or delegated Staff Member, regarding maintenance work to be carried out.
13. Participate in Staff and Client meetings as required.
Training & Development:
14. Attend mandatory training days/courses, on or off site, as and when required.
15. Maintain professional knowledge and competence.
Health & Safety:
16. Ensure all tools and equipment are only used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and that they are securely stored when not in use.
17. Ensure that paints and varnishes are used and stored only in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
18. Ensure areas in which any painting / varnishing work is being done is well ventilated and safe for Clients, Visitors and Staff Members.
19. Report immediately to the General Manager, or Person in Charge, any illness of an infectious nature or accident incurred by a Client, colleague, self or another.
20. Understand and ensure the implementation of the Care Centre’s Health and Safety policy, and Emergency and Fire procedures.
21. Promote safe working practice in the Care Centre.
Umbrella Rate – £15.64
