Maintenance Assistant

We are looking for a diligent and skilled Maintenance Assistant to support our Corporate Team. This is a full-time, 12 month fixed term contract.

You should possess technical knowledge, practical skills, and the ability to assist in maintaining and repairing various aspects of our facilities. Working under the guidance of our Maintenance Officer, this role is crucial in ensuring that our buildings and facilities are maintained to high standards, offering a safe and optimal working environment for employees and service users.

This role will involve travelling to various locations across the Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch area providing a hands-on approach to upkeep and repair tasks.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Performing basic repairs and general maintenance work on a variety of issues.
• Contributing to the upkeep of exterior spaces, ensuring cleanliness and maintenance.
• Participating in a variety of installation, repair, and maintenance duties.
• Accompanying and overseeing contractors and suppliers in electrical, plumbing, and HVAC tasks.
• Adhering to all health and safety regulations and legislative requirements.
• Logging work requests, supporting completion, and tracking purchases from external suppliers.
• Supporting the handling and disposal of equipment and waste.
• Participating in basic gardening, landscaping, and negotiation of work planning.

The successful candidate should have:

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to assist with driving vehicles or as required.
• Experience or qualifications in basic plumbing, electrical, and HVAC.
• Skilled in the use of hand and power tools.
• Capable of performing physical tasks including lifting and climbing.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask.
• Good communication skills, capable of following instructions effectively.
• Team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• IT literate with experience of using Microsoft products.

Working hours and conditions:

• This position is full-time (37 hours per week), with typical working hours Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
• The postholder may be required to work outside of standard hours in emergencies, with overtime paid as compensation.
• A DBS check is required for this role.

What Tricuro offers:

• Access to high quality CPD and qualifications
• Comprehensive high-quality induction and ongoing training
• Competitive rates of pay
• Health and wellbeing support package for employees and their families
• Contributory pension scheme
• Enhancements paid for night shifts, weekends and bank holidays
• Generous annual leave entitlement amounting to a minimum of 26 days, rising to 29 days (pro-rata for part time) with continuous service.
• Bank holidays are provided as extra to your leave entitlement or paid with generous enhancements for those that are rostered to work.

Tricuro is owned by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council and provides short and long term high quality care and support to adults, their carers and families. We have highly trained and skilled staff and offer flexibility, consistency and reliability of service which is focused on meeting the needs of people in our communities.

If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding job opportunity in a care environment, come and work for us. We can offer a career that adds value to the community and makes a difference to the lives of vulnerable people.