Maintenance Assistant in Blackburn

Priory Hospital Kemple View
£26,300 per annum
Full Time - 37.5 hours per week

Priory Hospital Kemple View has an opportunity for a Maintenance Assistant to join our team.

Located in Blackburn, Lancashire, Priory Hospital Kemple View is a 90-bedded hospital, offering level 2 rehabilitation, and secure services, for adult males. We can support people with a mental health condition and/or a personality disorder.

You'll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the hospital and to support the wellbeing of our patients. While your role doesn't involve providing direct care, your contribution is vital in helping to maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for everyone. Whether you're assisting with day-to-day operations, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here.

• Carry out general maintenance and repair tasks across the site, ensuring the building and grounds remain safe, well-maintained and presentable.
• Complete routine maintenance checks and compliance testing, including fire alarms, bed inspections and vehicle checks, as directed by the Maintenance Manager.
• Identify, report and address maintenance issues, faults or damage, ensuring any repairs are completed promptly and in line with Priory standards.
• Undertake regular internal and external security patrols, checking doors, windows and access points to maintain a safe and secure environment for colleagues, service users and visitors.
• Support health and safety across the site by following risk assessments, safe working practices and statutory regulations, ensuring tasks are only undertaken where appropriately trained and qualified.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

Essential for the role

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Ability to carry out general maintenance and repair tasks safely and effectively.
• Good organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads and work to deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as being a supportive team member.
• Strong attention to detail and a customer-focused approach.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements and safe working practices.

The following experience would be beneficial

• Previous experience in a maintenance, facilities or property-related role.
• Practical experience or understanding of building maintenance, plumbing, mechanical or electrical work.
• Experience carrying out routine building inspections and general repairs.
• Experience working within a healthcare, residential care or similar environment.
• Knowledge of compliance checks, building security and general property maintenance.