Job Description

Harrington Care Homes -

'For a better everyday'

About Us

Aston Manor

is a modern, purpose-built care home in Aylesbury designed by a family run provider who has many years in operating care homes within the UK.

At Aston Manor Care Home, we are dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and compassionate environment for those in need of support. Our care home offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere where residents can enjoy the highest standard of care, tailored to their individual needs and preferences. We value strong relationships with families and the community, creating a collaborative approach to care that emphasises open communication and trust.

Our team is built on our key values of Simplicity, Quality and Authenticity.

Overview of Job Role

We are seeking a Maintenance Manager to join us in the exciting journey of opening of Aston Manor Care Home. This pivotal role requires an individual who can lead and manage all aspects of facilities and maintenance operations. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of people skills and strong experience of preventative maintenance and troubleshooting.

Hours of Work:

40 hours per week

(5 days per week / Rota will cover Monday - Sunday)

Competitive Pay Rate of

17.50 per hour

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Take ownership of all aspects of facilities management and lead the maintenance team at Aston Manor Addressing day-to-day maintenance issues, minor repairs, and fixing faults within the care home. Implementing schedules for preventative maintenance to minimize breakdowns and ensure equipment longevity. Ensuring the care home meets safety standards and regulations, including fire safety checks, electrical inspections, water checks and other relevant regulations. Managing third-party contractors for specialized repairs and maintenance. Maintaining accurate records of maintenance work, inspections, and repairs. Communicating effectively with service users, team members, and management regarding maintenance issues and updates. Identifying and resolving maintenance problems efficiently and effectively. Maintain and improve professional knowledge and competence. Ensure that all identified issues are rectified in a timely manner and accurate records are held complying with internal governance procedures and external regulatory requirements. Ensure the maintenance of the care home's exterior environment, including keeping any sheds, outbuildings and areas in which waste is stored in a clean and tidy condition. Carry out gardening work as required. Ensure that all signage and access routes are clear and visible. Carry out equipment testing on regular basis including checks related to compliance with fire safety, lights and water safety. Carry out any duties reasonably required to ensure the smooth operation of Aston Manor.

About You

Demonstrable track record of building maintenance and working knowledge in plumbing, electrical systems, and other relevant trades. Previous experience in maintenance roles, preferably within Care Homes. Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation, risk management, and regulatory compliance within a care environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a people first approach. Ability to multitask, prioritise and take ownership of this role with confidence and discretion. Strong planning, organisational and leadership skills. Relevant qualifications in facilities management, health and safety, or property management are desirable (e.g., NEBOSH, BIFM). A clean and full UK driving licence to drive a minibus is essential.
If you are passionate about maintaining a safe and high standards of environment and possess the required skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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This job description is not exhaustive, and you may be asked to undertake duties in other areas relating to the operations of the Home. This job description may be revised periodically to reflect changes in the regulations and requirements of the Home.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we receive suitable applications, therefore, an early submission is encouraged.

Harrington Care Homes is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 17.50 per hour

Benefits:

Employee mentoring programme On-site parking Referral programme
Work Location: In person