Job Description

Job Title:

Maintenance Operative

Location:

Northwest London

Salary:

30,000 - 35,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Contract Type:

Full-Time, Permanent

Working Hours:

9:00 AM - 5:30 PM, Monday to Friday

About Us

Adolphus Care is a growing Social Care organisation committed to supporting independent living for individuals with complex and challenging needs. We are proud to provide safe, secure, and supportive environments where our service users can thrive within the community.

Hibiscus Homes, our property management partner, oversees the maintenance and upkeep of our residential properties across Northwest London, ensuring they meet the highest standards of safety, comfort, and compliance.

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable and skilled Maintenance Operative to join our team on a full-time basis. This role is vital in supporting our senior management team, support workers, and--most importantly--our service users, by maintaining the residential properties they live in.

You will be responsible for ensuring our homes and flats remain in good repair, safe, and fit for purpose. The role covers a wide range of maintenance tasks across multiple properties and offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute directly to the well-being of vulnerable individuals in our care. You will be an employee of Hibiscus Homes.

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out general property maintenance, repairs, and basic improvements (e.g., plumbing, painting, carpentry, minor electrical work) Conduct routine inspections and identify necessary repairs or hazards Respond to maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner Liaise with external contractors when needed and supervise works to ensure standards are met Ensure all maintenance activities comply with health and safety regulations Maintain accurate records of work completed and materials used Support the wider team in creating a safe and secure environment for our service users/

Requirements:

Proven experience in a similar maintenance or facilities role Good working knowledge of general repairs, health & safety standards, and building maintenance Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload Strong communication and organisational skills A full UK driving licence is desirable due to travel between properties PAT Testing certification is desirable Experience working in supported housing or social care environments is an advantage
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 30,000.00-36,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Referral programme
Application question(s):

Ability to use IT effectively
Experience:

maintenance: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Clean driving licence (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: MO25