Maintenance Person

Job Title: Maintenance Person

Location: Care Home Name / Location

Reports to: Home Manager / Maintenance Lead

To ensure the care home is well-maintained, safe, and welcoming for residents, staff, and visitors. The role involves carrying out general maintenance, repairs, refurbishment, and health & safety checks, ensuring compliance with regulations and contributing to a comfortable living environment.

• Carry out day-to-day general maintenance tasks across the home, including rooms, bathrooms, flooring, and communal areas.
• Undertake basic plumbing, electrical, and carpentry tasks (e.g., fixing leaks, replacing fittings, repairing furniture, minor wiring or lighting issues).
• Support refurbishment projects, including redecorating rooms, replacing flooring, and upgrading facilities as required.
• Conduct regular health & safety audits and checks (e.g., fire alarms, emergency lighting, water temperature monitoring, equipment checks).
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance work, inspections, and safety compliance.
• Respond promptly to repair requests and ensure minimal disruption to residents and staff.
• Monitor stock levels of maintenance supplies and order replacements when needed.
• Ensure the home's grounds and external areas are safe, tidy, and well-kept.
• Work in line with relevant health & safety regulations, infection control policies, and CQC standards.
• Liaise with external contractors when specialist repairs are required, ensuring work is completed to a high standard.
• Support the management team with planned maintenance schedules and improvement projects.

• Proven experience in general maintenance, ideally in a care home, residential, or similar environment.
• Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and refurbishment.
• Understanding of health & safety requirements and compliance checks.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and manage time effectively.
• Problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to repairs and maintenance.
• Good communication skills and a respectful, professional manner when working around residents and staff.
• Flexibility to respond to urgent repairs outside normal working hours if required.