Maintenance Technician We are currently looking for a qualified and experienced Maintenance person is required to join our maintenance team in our Elm Green Nursing Home.
Trinity Care is renowned for highest standards in Residential services; the Maintenance Person plays a crucial role in improving the lives of our Residents.
This role is to ensure the smooth operation & maintenance of our facilities to a high standard.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance and repairs of the building, grounds and plant room areas.
The right candidate will: Be a problem solver, using creative and innovative ways to resolve maintenance issues.
An electrical/ plumbing or carpentry trade is necessary for this role.
Overseeing Contractors and ensuring their work is to a high standard Perform minor repairs of all building and equipmentincluding repairs associated with their Trade qualification.
Assist with renovations/remodelling of buildings Complete a building check monthly, identifying areas for maintenance work and coordinate with PPIM for scheduling.
Update the maintenance schedule with the Director of Nursing on a monthly basis.
Carry out necessary works in the home to negate the requirement for external contractors where possible.
Liaise with external contractors where necessary e.g.
electrics, plumbing, ceiling, flooring etc Liaise and order supplies with building companies Participate and contribute in your Fire Management role Complete daily/weekly/monthly checklists for fire equipment, radiators, water etc Monitor monthly/quarterly servicing by external contractors and ensure correct scheduling of services e.g.
fire alarm system, extinguishers, lifts, pest control, equipment etc File all service certificates in maintenance folder Respond to any emergency maintenance as required Each morning ensure the front entrance is clean and tidy and well maintained.
Undertake such other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the PIC/GM/PPIM Top up water coolers daily Ensure that all clinical waste is stored in the appropriate locked bin.
Liaise with RGNS for the collection of the yellow bin/small yellow bins etc by Key Waste.
Ensure area outside kitchen is well maintained and liaise with chef when there is recycling/waste items for removal.
Schedule checks of supplies and store areas, liaise with kitchen and housekeeping staff for particular orders.
Check all stock received is correct in accordance with the order sheets Correctly store any deliveries in a timely manner Ensure work is carried out in compliance with legislation and health & safety protocols Managing the timely workload of the maintenance department while effectively dealing with site priorities Working closely with department managers and staff to ensure that all issues are dealt with in a timely manner.
Electrical and Mechanical trouble-shooting.
Ensure all service and check sheets are kept in date and stored in the Fire register & water management books.
Maintain the building fabric to a high standard which will include painting & decorating.
This is just the outline of the post and not an exhaustive list .
Skills: A plumbing/ carpentry or electrical trade qualification is necessary for this role.
Candidate must have prior experience of buildings maintenance in a similar fast paced and demanding environment.
Should have an innate ability to problem solve to avoid external contractor costs.
Must be flexible to undertake a wide variety of maintenance and repair tasks.
Should possess the ability to deal with residents of the Nursing home with care and compassion as well as with their families.
Skills: Maintenance Electrics Engineering