The Runwood Group
Maintenance Operative
Maintenance Operative at The Runwood Group, based in Maldon, South East England, paying £13.00 per hour. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £13.00 per hour
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Maldon, South East England
- Closing date
- Sector
- Cleaning & Facilities
- DBS check
33% below the typical rate for cleaning & facilities
Reference 57425741
About the role
Maintenance Operative
About the role:
We are on the lookout for a skilled and personable Maintenance Operative to join our team. As a Maintenance Operative, your main duties will include performing regular maintenance tasks at the care home, such as basic plumbing and decorating. You will also be responsible for keeping the premises secure and carrying out scheduled checks throughout the home.
Benefits of working with Runwood Homes:
- 28 days Paid Holiday
- Weekly Pay
- Pension Scheme
- Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure
- Employee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family members
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
- Free DBS Check and uniform
- Funding and support towards obtaining NVQs
- Opportunities to progress your career within the company
- Employee of the Month awards
About you:
We are looking for a Maintenance Operative who can handle minor repairs and general maintenance tasks, such as basic plumbing and decorating. It's important that our Maintenance Operatives can work independently and take initiative. Successful Maintenance Operatives often have experience in carpentry, plumbing, or decorating.
About Runwood Homes:
Established in 1987, Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of 55 homes across England. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents.
At Runwood Homes, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents.
As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
You can apply for this role by completing our short application form or by visiting the home where one of our team can help you.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications or successfully recruit a suitable candidate. Early application is therefore encouraged.
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Job Information- Role
Maintenance
- Salary
£13.30 an hour
- Hours
36 hours per week
- Location
Maldon
- Downloadable Job Files
- No Files
Reference: 57425741 · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 3 Nov 2026 · Listed via The Runwood Group
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