Job Description

: Maintenance Operative

Location

: Clipstone hall & Lodge, Mansfield Road, Clipstone, Mansfield NG21 9FL

Job Type

: Permanent, Full-time (40 hours per week, includes occasional evenings and weekends)

Salary

: 13.21ph

Sponsorship

: Not currently available

Join Highgate Care - Where Kindness Is Key

At Highgate Care, kindness isn't just something we talk about, it's the foundation of everything we do. As a small and compassionate care group, we pride ourselves on offering truly person-centred care, where every resident is valued, supported, and able to thrive. We believe in celebrating individuality, promoting dignity and above all, living by our core value: Kindness Is Key.

We're currently looking for an Maintenance Operative to join the team at Clipstone hall & Lodge an Mansfield. If you're someone who naturally brings warmth, energy and creativity wherever you go, and you love the idea of making each day meaningful for our residents, this could be the perfect role for you.

What You'll Be Doing

As our Maintenance Operative, you'll play a vital role in enriching the lives of residents by:

Report and action any known defects to appliances, damaged furniture / equipment and any other potential hazards to the Home Manager. Ensure the maintenance of the Home's exterior, including: Keep any sheds, utbuildings and areas in which waste is stored in a clean and tidy condition. Clear snow and grit the drive, paths and any areas to which Residents, Visitors or Staff Members have access. Where applicable, litter pick, cut the grass arund the building and tend to any flowerbeds, hanging baskets etc. Clean all signs / lighting utside the Home Carry out any touching up or making good of decoration as and when required in order to maintain our high standards. Complete weekly Pre planned maintenances such as statutory compliance checks, Testing of 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. Complete and accurately record all Planned maintenance as required. (Please see PPM list) Ensure all ventilation units and lights are kept clean. Replace any defective light bulbs / diffusers. Test all portable appliances as specified in Company procedures. (If trained and competent) Test, and record, water temperatures, clean and chlorinate shower heads as specified in Company procedures. Maintain the homes "Maintenance Book" in which defects are logged and PPMS are recorded. Use this book to effect repairs/replacements daily. If unable to complete the task, please log with Helpdesk. Assist/supervise with deliveries to the Home. Monitor and sign off deliveries. Assist Contractors onsite.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who is:

Warm, approachable, and brimming with positivity Be 'on-call' for advice / action in any emergencies which may arise in or out of hours. Organised, reliable, and confident in planning checks Passionate about improving the lives of older people Previous experience in a care setting is a bonus, but we're just as interested in your personality and values

What We Offer

Working at Highgate Care means being part of something special. You'll enjoy:

A friendly, supportive, and welcoming workplace Real opportunities for ongoing training and career progression A chance to make a meaningful impact in people's lives every day A valued role within a close-knit team that cares as much about each other as we do our residents
If you believe that kindness and compassion should be at the heart of care, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and be part of our team at Clipstone Hall & Lodge that makes each day brighter for our residents.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 13.21 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: In person