Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity to join us as a Maintenance & Facilities Assistant. The role is part of a small team carrying out both planned and reactive maintenance work as well as regularly scheduled safety checks and monitoring across the Hospice. Experience of working in commercial maintenance or a facilities based environment is essential for this role.This post requires unsupervised working with vulnerable adults, an enhanced DBS clearance is therefore a requirement.Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday)Main duties of the jobKEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carry out unsupervised, routine maintenance and minor repair work that does not require the attention of a fully qualified craftsman at the main Hospice & retail locations.
• Undertake daily/weekly/monthly routine inspections, maintenance including painting and decorating, repair, installations and fault finding on a wide range of plant, buildings and equipment.
• To comply with all Health & Safety regulations and report any defects to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Undertake water temperature testing as instructed.
• Carry out routine maintenance work consisting of lamp changing, filter changing, daily vehicle inspections/checks to include oil, water, tyre pressures to ensure vehicles are safe and fit to use.
• Use manufacturers manuals/literature, workshop manuals to establish best methods of maintenance and for resolving faults and breakdowns with the support of Tradespersons and Maintenance Supervisor.
• To keep work area, clean, tidy & safe.
• To be aware of C.O.S.H.H. regulation and C.O.S.H.H. Data/Information sheets.
• To be flexible in approach to working hours based on the needs of the Hospice.
• Participate in an on call rota (rota basis 1 week in 4).
• Willing to travel to other premises as required.
• To assist with the moving of furniture and equipment around the Hospice.
• Have reasonable fitness with which to carry out the main duties of the role. This includes bending, stooping and lifting for short periods of time.
• Be aware of and familiar with Hospice H&S policy.

About usIn addition to the competitive salary we offer the following:

• Enhanced holiday entitlement: 25 days FTE (increasing to 27 after 5 years and 31 after 9 years) plus public holidays
• Onsite subsidised cafe
• Free parking
• Access to blue light discount card
• Access to complementary therapy

We have an amazing multi-disciplinary team who all work together ensuring that the patient is central to everything we do.Our Vision is ...That every person living with or affected by a life limiting condition will be offered choice and access to excellent end of life and bereavement care.Our Values are:COMPASSIONACCESSIBILITYRESPECTEXCELLENCESPARKThe Hospice stands in beautiful well maintained grounds. Our building is modern and light with each bedroom having a garden view.Date posted24 February 2025Pay schemeOtherSalaryxc2xa325,000 a yearContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference numberB0219-25-0004Job locationsWheatfieldsHillingtonKing's LynnNorfolkPE31 6BHJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesKey ResponsibilitiesCarry out unsupervised, routine maintenance and minor repair work that does not require the attention of a fully qualified craftsman at the main Hospice and retail locations.Undertake daily, weekly, monthly routine inspections, maintenance including painting and decorating, repair, installations and fault finding on a wide range of plant, buildings and equipment.To comply with all Health & Safety regulations and report any defects to the Maintenance Supervisor.Undertake water temperature testing as instructed.Carry out routine maintenance work consisting of lamp changing, filter changing, daily vehicle inspections/checks to include oil, water, tyre pressures to ensure vehicles are safe and fit to use.Use manufacturers manuals/literature, workshop manuals to establish best methods of maintenance and for resolving faults and breakdowns with the support of Tradespersons and Maintenance Supervisor.Observe good housekeeping within areas of own work and other areas when carrying out maintenance and repairs, leaving the area, clean, tidy and safe.To be aware of C.O.S.H.H. regulation and C.O.S.H.H. Data/Information sheets.To be flexible in approach to working hours based on the needs of the Hospice.Participate in an on call rota (rota basis 1 week in 4).To be willing to travel to other premises as required. To assist with the upkeep of the Hospice grounds.To assist with the moving of furniture and equipment around the Hospice.This is a physically demanding role so the successful applicant should have reasonable fitness with which to carry out the main duties of the role. This includes bending, stooping and lifting for short periods of time.Be prepared to assist with any routine or unexpected inspections.Ensure Uniform policy is adhered to at all times.Be aware of and familiar with Hospice H&S policy.OtherWillingness to undertake training and development to fulfill the role.Participate in the Hospice appraisal system.Undertake other duties as directed by your Line Manager.Be available to work out of hours/weekends on occasions.To drive patients to and from the Hospice using hospice vehicles as and when requiredJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesKey ResponsibilitiesCarry out unsupervised, routine maintenance and minor repair work that does not require the attention of a fully qualified craftsman at the main Hospice and retail locations.Undertake daily, weekly, monthly routine inspections, maintenance including painting and decorating, repair, installations and fault finding on a wide range of plant, buildings and equipment.To comply with all Health & Safety regulations and report any defects to the Maintenance Supervisor.Undertake water temperature testing as instructed.Carry out routine maintenance work consisting of lamp changing, filter changing, daily vehicle inspections/checks to include oil, water, tyre pressures to ensure vehicles are safe and fit to use.Use manufacturers manuals/literature, workshop manuals to establish best methods of maintenance and for resolving faults and breakdowns with the support of Tradespersons and Maintenance Supervisor.Observe good housekeeping within areas of own work and other areas when carrying out maintenance and repairs, leaving the area, clean, tidy and safe.To be aware of C.O.S.H.H. regulation and C.O.S.H.H. Data/Information sheets.To be flexible in approach to working hours based on the needs of the Hospice.Participate in an on call rota (rota basis 1 week in 4).To be willing to travel to other premises as required. To assist with the upkeep of the Hospice grounds.To assist with the moving of furniture and equipment around the Hospice.This is a physically demanding role so the successful applicant should have reasonable fitness with which to carry out the main duties of the role. This includes bending, stooping and lifting for short periods of time.Be prepared to assist with any routine or unexpected inspections.Ensure Uniform policy is adhered to at all times.Be aware of and familiar with Hospice H&S policy.OtherWillingness to undertake training and development to fulfill the role.Participate in the Hospice appraisal system.Undertake other duties as directed by your Line Manager.Be available to work out of hours/weekends on occasions.To drive patients to and from the Hospice using hospice vehicles as and when requiredPerson SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• NVQ level 2 or equivalent in building maintenance or trade specific
• Knowledge of Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments
• Knowledge of Health & Safety requirements

Desirable

• Any City & Guilds Building services certificates.
• Health & Safety training
• Water Hygiene awareness training

ExperienceEssential

• Significant working experience in a commercial maintenance and/or facilities based environment
• Knowledge of general building fabric maintenance / electrical / mechanical and plumbing systems and equipment.
• Awareness in legionella & standing water
• Knowledge of safe working practices including safe operation of ladders and steps
• Computer literate
• Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail
• Able to work unsupervised as well as part of a team

Desirable

• Commercial experience in any of the following -carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting & decorating
• Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting
• PAT testing qualification/certificate

OtherEssential

• The post holder will need to take part in the our of hours on call rota (1 week in 4)
• This role is subject to a DBS check
• Full UK driving licence and use of own car when required (mileage rates will be paid)

Personal AttributesEssential

• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Patient and customer focused
• Proactive and flexible
• Adaptable to change

Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• NVQ level 2 or equivalent in building maintenance or trade specific
• Knowledge of Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments
• Knowledge of Health & Safety requirements

Desirable

• Any City & Guilds Building services certificates.
• Health & Safety training
• Water Hygiene awareness training

ExperienceEssential

• Significant working experience in a commercial maintenance and/or facilities based environment
• Knowledge of general building fabric maintenance / electrical / mechanical and plumbing systems and equipment.
• Awareness in legionella & standing water
• Knowledge of safe working practices including safe operation of ladders and steps
• Computer literate
• Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail
• Able to work unsupervised as well as part of a team

Desirable

• Commercial experience in any of the following -carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting & decorating
• Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting
• PAT testing qualification/certificate

OtherEssential

• The post holder will need to take part in the our of hours on call rota (1 week in 4)
• This role is subject to a DBS check
• Full UK driving licence and use of own car when required (mileage rates will be paid)

Personal AttributesEssential

• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Patient and customer focused
• Proactive and flexible
• Adaptable to change

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