Job summary
We are seeking to recruit an experienced, enthusiastic and multi-skilled Site Maintenance Operative/Groundsman to join our motivated and dynamic team.
As a Maintenance Operative/Groundsman at Lindridge you will provide service users with the highest standard of support service, ensuring that their physical, social and emotional needs are met. You will ensure the building and the exterior areas are kept in a safe working condition and that repairs are completed in a reasonable time frame. You will be able to drive, have good communication skills (Verbal, Written and IT) and will be required to act as a Care Champion in all that you do.
If you are looking for the opportunity to work within a highly rated care home with the stability and backing of a large NHS Trust, then we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
As a Maintenance Operative/Groundsman in consultation with our Home Manager, you will perform a variety of manual tasks to ensure our Home and grounds are free from hazards and to maintain all equipment and systems safe and in full working order. You will be responsible for ensuring regular tests and checks are carried out and recorded and you will liaise with external contractors on work beyond the scope of general repair and maintenance.
You will be an integral part of our well-established multi-disciplinary team and we want your expertise, values and commitment to contribute to the ongoing quality of service and care.
You will act in a dignified and responsible manner with service users, visitors, carers and colleagues; listening carefully and responding using appropriate language and communication skills which acknowledge cultural differences and professional boundaries.
About us
Lindridge is a care home in the West Hove community of Hangleton, specialising in providing flexible long and short-term care packages which are tailored to support the unique needs of every individual who stays with us. Managed by Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, we pride ourselves as being one of the region's premier care home facilities, currently holding one of the top review scores for care homes in Hove on carehome.co.uk.
As a Maintenance Operative/Groundsman at Lindridge we can offer you:
- Excellent supervision programmes, with ongoing opportunities for training and development
- Entitlement to join excellent NHS Pension Scheme
- Free DBS & Uniform
- Access to a host of NHS discount schemes (Blue Light Card)
- Enhanced pay on Bank Holidays
- On-site parking
Job description
Job responsibilities
REQUIREMENTS
In order to be a successful Maintenance Operative/Groundsman in our team you will have:
- Relevant building maintenance experience - ideally in a care home setting
- A valid UK Driving Licence
- Good communication skills both written and verbal
- Comfortable working with others in the development of knowledge, ideas and work practices
It would also be advantageous if you have:
- ONC qualification in Building Construction or equivalent
MAIN DUTIES
- To operate a planned system of general maintenance and repair ensuring the smooth running of all plant machinery and equipment, including safety and state of repair.
- To carry out general maintenance and repairs to the building fabric, windows, finishings, furnishings, systems fixtures and fittings as required by the Home Manager.
- To liaise with external contractors on work beyond the scope of general repair and maintenance.
- To provide general support to the home in the form of driving, delivering, collecting, cleaning, furniture moving, and rubbish removal as appropriate.
- To carry out all regular health and safety and maintenance checks and to keep records as required under the Homes Maintenance Manual.
- To ensure that all approaches to the Home are accessible, neat, tidy and clear of any hazards. To secure the residents property and the Homes premises. To report any defects, damage, theft or breakages.
- Have due regard to the privacy of the residents when carrying out general maintenance/gardening work.
- Undertake ground maintenance, keeping grass cut, bushes and hedges pruned and the site generally leaf and weed free.
- To recognise own responsibility in and contribute to the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
- To ensure strict confidentiality is maintained at all times and that records are kept in accordance with the Data Protection Act.
See attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details.
Please apply using the link in this advert, or for more information explore the attachments or contact:
Domizia Sgammini Recruitment and Team Administrator: Domizia.Sgammini@spft.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
REQUIREMENTS
In order to be a successful Maintenance Operative/Groundsman in our team you will have:
- Relevant building maintenance experience - ideally in a care home setting
- A valid UK Driving Licence
- Good communication skills both written and verbal
- Comfortable working with others in the development of knowledge, ideas and work practices
It would also be advantageous if you have:
- ONC qualification in Building Construction or equivalent
MAIN DUTIES
- To operate a planned system of general maintenance and repair ensuring the smooth running of all plant machinery and equipment, including safety and state of repair.
- To carry out general maintenance and repairs to the building fabric, windows, finishings, furnishings, systems fixtures and fittings as required by the Home Manager.
- To liaise with external contractors on work beyond the scope of general repair and maintenance.
- To provide general support to the home in the form of driving, delivering, collecting, cleaning, furniture moving, and rubbish removal as appropriate.
- To carry out all regular health and safety and maintenance checks and to keep records as required under the Homes Maintenance Manual.
- To ensure that all approaches to the Home are accessible, neat, tidy and clear of any hazards. To secure the residents property and the Homes premises. To report any defects, damage, theft or breakages.
- Have due regard to the privacy of the residents when carrying out general maintenance/gardening work.
- Undertake ground maintenance, keeping grass cut, bushes and hedges pruned and the site generally leaf and weed free.
- To recognise own responsibility in and contribute to the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
- To ensure strict confidentiality is maintained at all times and that records are kept in accordance with the Data Protection Act.
See attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details.
Please apply using the link in this advert, or for more information explore the attachments or contact:
Domizia Sgammini Recruitment and Team Administrator: Domizia.Sgammini@spft.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSEs or equivalent, including English and Maths
- Valid UK Driving Licence
Desirable
- ONC in Building Construction or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Relevant building maintenance experience
- Experience gained in a care home environment
Technical Skills
Essential
- A sound understanding of the main Health & Safety Regulations, including COSHH and risk assessment
- Create and maintain working relationships with residents, colleagues and visiting contractors
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSEs or equivalent, including English and Maths
- Valid UK Driving Licence
Desirable
- ONC in Building Construction or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Relevant building maintenance experience
- Experience gained in a care home environment
Technical Skills
Essential
- A sound understanding of the main Health & Safety Regulations, including COSHH and risk assessment
- Create and maintain working relationships with residents, colleagues and visiting contractors
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
