Maintenance Officer

Care Home Maintenance Officer Location: Mossley, Liverpool Salary: £30,000 per annum Job Type: Full-Time Make a Difference Behind the Scenes of Exceptional Care Are you a practical, hands-on maintenance professional who takes pride in creating safe, comfortable and well-maintained environments? New Way Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Care Home Maintenance Officer to support the upkeep of a residential care service, ensuring residents enjoy a safe, welcoming and comfortable place to call home. This is an opportunity to bring your practical skills into a meaningful environment where your work directly contributes to residents' wellbeing, dignity and quality of life. Key Responsibilities Carry out routine maintenance, repairs and general upkeep across the care home. Undertake basic plumbing, electrical, decorating, carpentry and general handyman duties within competency. Complete regular building inspections, identifying maintenance issues and potential hazards. Respond promptly to maintenance requests, prioritising safety and resident comfort. Maintain outdoor areas, gardens, pathways and communal spaces. Ensure equipment, fixtures and fittings remain safe, functional and presentable. Liaise with external contractors and oversee maintenance works where required. Maintain accurate maintenance records, schedules and compliance documentation. Support health and safety, fire safety and environmental standards. Work collaboratively with the care team, respecting residents' privacy, dignity and routines at all times. What We're Looking For Previous experience in maintenance, facilities management or a general handyman role. Practical skills across general repairs, building maintenance and property upkeep. A proactive, reliable and organised approach. Good understanding of health and safety and safe working practices. Ability to prioritise tasks and work independently. A friendly, respectful and compassionate manner. Strong communication skills and a genuine appreciation of working within a care environment. Benefits Competitive salary of £30,000 per annum. Full-time, stable employment within a rewarding care environment. Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to residents' everyday lives. A supportive and welcoming working environment. Varied, hands-on role with opportunities to utilise and develop practical skills. The satisfaction of contributing to a safe, comfortable and homely environment for residents. Our Promise At New Way Recruitment, we believe in Heart-Led Hiring in Care. Guided by our ethos of “Recruiting with Care, Placing with Purpose”, we are committed to a recruitment experience where compassion meets opportunity. Our promise is simple: a heart-led, confidential, and individually tailored approach for every candidate and client we support. You can be assured that our team handles every step of the process with integrity, understanding, and genuine care. If you're considering your next move and this job sounds like something you would be interested in, then please don't hesitate to get in touch – we're here to help. INDHP