Regional Maintenance Support Operative - South region
Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.
South Region, KT169FS
Salary
£32,000 to £33,000
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
21 September 2026
21 days left
Job description
At Avery Healthcare, we're dedicated to Creating Meaningful Lives Together, with Excellence in Every Detail. Our people are at the heart of everything...
At Avery Healthcare, we're dedicated to Creating Meaningful Lives Together, with Excellence in Every Detail. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we're looking for an experienced Regional Maintenance Support Operative to provide essential maintenance cover across our care homes nationwide. This is a mobile role supporting care homes across the south region when local maintenance cover is unavailable. You'll work independently across a range of sites, carrying out maintenance tasks, compliance checks, and minor repairs. When maintenance cover is not required, you'll support property improvement projects, helping to deliver upgrades across our portfolio. Key responsibilities include providing maintenance support across multiple care homes, completing routine safety and compliance inspections, carrying out general repairs and maintenance, and assisting with refurbishment projects. We're looking for someone practical and reliable, with experience in general building maintenance and a working knowledge of health and safety procedures.
Package Description
At Avery Healthcare, we're dedicated to Creating Meaningful Lives Together, with Excellence in Every Detail. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we're looking for an experiencedRegional Maintenance Support Operative to provide essential maintenance cover across our care homes nationwide while helping to maintain safe, welcoming environments for residents and teams.
ABOUT THE ROLEThis is a mobile role supporting care homes across the south region when local maintenance cover is unavailable. You'll work independently across a range of sites, carrying out maintenance tasks, compliance checks, and minor repairs while ensuring our homes remain safe, compliant, and well-maintained.
When maintenance cover is not required, you'll support property improvement projects, helping to deliver upgrades and enhancements across our portfolio of care homes.
Key responsibilities include
- Providing maintenance support across multiple care homes as required.
- Completing routine safety and compliance inspections, including checks on fire safety, water systems, emergency lighting, equipment, and other essential services.
- Carrying out general repairs and maintenance, including basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, decorating, and building work.
- Training and supporting new maintenance colleagues in statutory checks and maintenance procedures.
- Communicating with Estates Managers regarding completed works, compliance requirements, and site updates.
- Assisting with refurbishment and improvement projects, including planning, risk assessments, and material procurement.
- Maintaining high standards of health and safety across all work activities.
- Managing company vehicle responsibilities, including basic upkeep and expense reporting.
ABOUT YOUWe're looking for someone who is practical, reliable, and confident working independently across multiple locations.
You will have
- Experience in general building maintenance or a trade-related environment.
- Working knowledge of health and safety procedures, including manual handling and COSHH.
- Practical skills across a range of maintenance disciplines such as plumbing, carpentry, decorating, and basic electrical work.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- A flexible approach and willingness to travel extensively, including occasional overnight stays.
- The ability to prioritise tasks and work on your own initiative.
- A full UK driving licence.
ABOUT AVERY
At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. We are committed to creating exceptional environments where residents can thrive. As part of our Estates team, you'll play a vital role in ensuring our homes remain safe, comfortable, and maintained to the highest standards.
Please note this role will require
- A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs
At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes. We aim to build a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. We are committed to creating exceptional environments where residents can thrive. As part of our Estates team, you'll play a vital role in ensuring our homes remain safe, comfortable, and maintained to the highest standards. We focus on excellence in every detail, and our people are at the heart of everything we do, helping us achieve our mission.
Qualifications
Essential
- Experience in general building maintenance or a trade-related environment. Working knowledge of health and safety procedures, including manual handling and COSHH. Practical skills across a range of maintenance disciplines such as plumbing, carpentry, decorating, and basic electrical work. Excellent organisational and communication skills. A flexible approach and willingness to travel extensively, including occasional overnight stays. The ability to prioritise tasks and work on your own initiative. A full UK driving licence.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
28 August 2026
Last checked
31 August 2026
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