Maintenance Technician

Role overview

Jubilee Heights in Bury is looking for a Maintenance Technician to help keep the home safe, welcoming and well maintained. This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week, paid at £13.77 per hour.

About the organisation

Jubilee Heights is part of Exemplar Health Care, a major provider of nursing care in the UK. Once open, the home will support adults with acquired brain injuries, complex mental health conditions, dementia and physical disabilities.

The organisation offers stable employment, opportunities to build new skills and clear chances to develop and progress in your career.

What the role involves

You will take ownership of the day-to-day upkeep of the home, making sure the building, fixtures, fittings and equipment remain in good working order. The work is varied and hands-on, with no two days likely to be the same.

• Carry out general repair and maintenance tasks across the home.
• Complete decorating work, including painting and related finishing jobs.
• Support garden upkeep and outdoor improvements.
• Handle basic plumbing tasks and minor tiling work.
• Complete regular risk assessments, audits and safety checks.
• Help create a comfortable environment through practical tasks such as hanging pictures, building planters and refreshing bedrooms.

Training and support

If you have not worked in the care sector before, you will be supported with induction, a buddy system and ongoing training to help you settle into the role.

What kind of person suits this job

Exemplar Health Care is looking for someone who connects with its values of fun, integrity, responsiveness, success and teamwork.

• You should have a wide practical maintenance skill set.
• You need experience and knowledge of health and safety laws and regulations.
• You must be confident communicating clearly in both speech and writing.
• You should be comfortable using digital tools and understand how IT systems work.
• You need to work well as part of a team.
• You should bring a kind, caring and understanding approach.

Benefits and rewards

The role comes with a range of workplace benefits and support, including learning opportunities and career development.

• Regular supervision and peer support
• Learning and development opportunities
• Career progression prospects
• Access to wages before payday
• Retail and lifestyle discounts
• Free DBS check
• 24/7 counselling and support
• Eligibility for a Blue Light Card

Eligibility and important notes

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. Sponsorship for an employment visa is not available, and the employer is unable to take over an existing sponsorship at this time.

The organisation states that it will never ask for payment for job opportunities. Any request for money in relation to a Certificate of Sponsorship should be treated as unauthorised and reported to the recruitment team.

For an informal conversation about the vacancy, contact the recruitment team by phone or email.

Location

Irwell Street, Bury, BL9 0HE.