Maintenance and Facilities Professional

Avery is a leading provider of luxury elderly care homes, committed to creating meaningful experiences for residents and team members alike. We strive to build a supportive environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day.

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Operative to join our award-winning team. As a key member of our facilities team, you will be responsible for ensuring the building and grounds are well-maintained, undertaking routine maintenance tasks, and applying basic fixes to equipment and systems.

• You will carry out general maintenance tasks and basic repairs, including electrical, plumbing, joinery, and building tasks both inside and outside the home.
• You will support new residents in arranging their rooms as they wish.
• You will ensure routine re-decoration is undertaken as required to maintain high standards in the home.
• You will advise on the supply and quality of items used to carry out tasks, ensuring timely and appropriate ordering of replacement goods.
• You will provide out-of-hours emergency service, participating in the on-call rota.

• You must have at least one year's experience in a general maintenance or handy person role and/or hold a professional qualification in a trade.
• You must hold a full driving license.
• You must have knowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety, and COSHH assessments.
• You must be able to adapt and be flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.

As a Maintenance Operative with Avery Healthcare, you can expect:

• A competitive salary of approximately £25,000 per annum, commensurate with experience.
• The opportunity to work in a supportive and inspiring environment, building a positive impact on residents' lives.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career prospects.
• A comprehensive DBS Disclosure check, covered by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.