Oakview jobs

Job description:

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Maintenance Technician to join our team. As the Maintenance Technician for Oak View, you will be the eyes and ears for the upkeep of inside and outside of the home, including all the grounds. You will also be responsible for ensuring that the residents have a home that is kept warm and comfortable, and that all tasks are undertaken to the highest professional standards.

On occasion, depending on service needs, you will be required to provide annual leave and sickness cover for our other home in Swansea.

A car driver is essential, as you will be required to drive the company van in order to fulfill your duties.

Our residents are at the heart of all we do, and you will be a personable individual able to communicate with residents and fellow staff to ensure the smooth running of the service.

Duties include but aren't limited to:

· To inspect, repair and/or replace all fixtures and fittings as appropriate.

· To repair damage to buildings, fixtures and plant in consultation with the Director of Estates and Health & Safety.

· To ensure that routine programmes of maintenance are established and maintained.

· To check all electrical items for safety before use.

· To maintain and record Health and Safety checklists as identified by management.

· To ensure that the company vehicles are properly maintained.

· To ensure that grounds and external environment are maintained in a safe and attractive condition.

· To liaise, monitor and escort site contractors, to ensure safe systems are adhered to as identified by unit management and/or H.S.E specified best working practice.

· To assist management team with any requirements related to security.

Qualifications

· Maintenance experience or equivalent practical task knowledge

· General building trade experience

· Ability to paint and decorate

· Experience of dealing with professionals and service users

If you are a motivated, conscientious individual who wants to make a difference to the lives of our residents and possess the necessary skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Maintenance Technician.

About us

Oak View is dedicated to delivering safe, compassionate and high‑quality care to our service users. We are a mental health support service first and foremost, providing residential nursing support to residents with varying mental health issues along with coexisting physical conditions. We pride ourselves on fostering a respectful, inclusive and progressive workplace where staff can thrive.

How to apply

If you are a an experienced, dedicated, hands-on maintenance professional seeking a rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. Click Apply or send your CV to robert@salus-group.co.uk

Our recruitment process

CV Submission

Initial screening call to see if you’ll be a good fit

Face to face interview, with set time and administrative support to complete paperwork in line with regulatory guidelines on the day of interview

Offer of employment and pre-joiner onboarding

Start date agreed

You join the team and undertake our supportive, thorough induction process before you’re fully set up and ready to go!

Pay: £15.97 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Work Location: In person