Maintenance Operative

1 week ago

Blyth, United Kingdom Akari Care Full time

If you are passionate about caring for the elderly and want to build a long-term career in one of our award-winning homes, then look no further than Akari Care. Our aim is to create an environment where our residents are valued, respected, and are offered the personalised care they deserve.

We now seek a Maintenance Operative who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people.

Whilst this position is a very hands-on, practical role, it is hugely important to us that you be mindful of and conscientious to individual needs and backgrounds. As part of our home team, you will play a vital role in engaging with, supporting, and improving the quality of lives for our residents. You will carry out your tasks in a way that also promotes an approachable and respectful relationship with our residents to enable them to live a fulfilled and comfortable life with a sense of security, dignity, and self-respect.

Working in collaboration and unison with the home Manager and the wider maintenance team you will be responsible for ensuring that high standards are continually met with regards to maintenance in and around the home. This will include but is not limited to: internal decoration; grounds maintenance and safety; building repairs; supplies; and utilities. Each day will present you with challenges which must be unreservedly embraced whilst being respectful and supportive of individual and differing needs of both residents and colleagues. You will continually assess all areas of the home and provide dedicated attention if / when required. Systematically ensuring that the home is well maintained alongside imparting your knowledge to all other colleagues to ensure they adhere to the same high standards.

By showing us you can match our values with the right desire for personalised excellence, community spirit and a kind, caring and compassionate nature, we, in return, can offer you a career developing your knowledge, skills and abilities to support vulnerable adults with the care their individual needs require.

What we require from you:

- Experience of working within similar environment
- Solid maintenance experience, building, DIY, cleaning, and housekeeping
- Technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems
- General knowledge of plumbing and joinery
- An all-round attitude to maintenance and repairs, with an innovative solution-based approach
- Flexible and adaptable to changes at short notice
- Work well under pressure without negative impact to those around you
- Warm, approachable, and engaging persona
- Respect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated
- Resilient and adaptable to differing needs of colleagues and residents

Whats in it for you:

- A competitive salary
- Pension contribution of 5%
- Recognition schemes and rewarding referral schemes
- Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid
- 28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays)
- Flexible working patterns
- Fully funded training and development
- Support with personal development plans
- The opportunity to grow and develop both personally and professionally
- An engaging community environment where everyone is respected and included

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