Maintenance Operative. The Oaks Care Home

Maintenance Operative. The Oaks Care Home

Employer:

Sandstone Care Group

Location:

Pay:

£14.34 per hour

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

25/03/2026

About this job

Maintenance Operative.

The Oaks Care Home Hourly Rate: £14.34 Hours:
37.5 per week Shifts: Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm Are you a skilled and dedicated maintenance professional looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference?

Join Sandstone Care Group, a forward-thinking organization that values high standards and innovation, as a Maintenance Operative at our state-of-the-art care home, The Oaks, located in Newtown, Powys.

The Oaks is a purpose-built, 73-bed nursing and residential home offering exceptional facilities, including a coffee shop, hair and nail salon, landscaped gardens, and more.

We take pride in creating a safe, welcoming, and luxurious environment where residents can feel truly at home and staff can thrive in their work.

Your Role as a Maintenance Operative

As our Maintenance Operative, you'll play a vital role in creating a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and ad hoc repairs, decoration, and upkeep of the home and grounds, including minor plumbing and garden maintenance.
• Conduct regular checks on fire alarms, boilers, lifts, and other essential systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Efficiently manage tools, equipment, and resources, including stock control and ordering.
• Implement and adhere to the Home's health and safety policies, conducting and documenting regular safety checks.
• Work closely with other teams, assisting with staff inductions by training them on building layouts and fire safety procedures.
• Ensure all client and business information remains confidential.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in property maintenance, with knowledge of basic plumbing and troubleshooting.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset and the ability to manage maintenance issues promptly and independently.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to liaise effectively with staff, residents, and external contractors.
• Attention to detail, reliability, and a caring, patient attitude.
• A full UK driving licence, as occasional collections for the home will be required.

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