Maintenance Assistant

Job Location	Blackheath, Colchester
Education	Not Mentioned
Salary	Competitive salary
Industry	Not Mentioned
Functional Area	Not Mentioned
Job Type	Permanent , full-time

Job Description

We are looking for a skilledMaintenanceAssistantwith a passion for making a difference to others. You will need to have a basic understanding of most trades (Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrics, Painting & Decorating) and hold a full drivinglicense.Youll be working40hours a week, any 5 days out of 7, including on call one week in four,at Cygnet Hospital Blackheath, helping provide a safe and healthy environment for the people in our care.Cygnet Hospital Blackheathprovides inpatient low secure and PICU services for men with a mental health illness.We accept urgent admissions from all over the country for people in acute psychiatric distress and can assess and transfer urgent prison referrals swiftly. We also provide an intensive programme of recovery in our low secure mental health ward, developinga personal therapeutic timetable to meet the needs of service users whatever their stage of recovery.At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discountsas well as a range of healthcare and financial benefitsto support you to be happy both in and out of work.With us, youll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive.Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people.Your day-to-day...

Provide a comprehensive maintenance & repair service
Carry out a range of tasks including basic joinery, plumbing, painting & general building work
Maintain plant, services & vehicles in working order
Comply with safe working practices & report faulty equipment & potential hazards
Travel to other sites & on occasions be on call to carry out emergency repairs outside of normal working hours
Check the fire alarm points weekly, including fire exits, door retaining devices & fire emergency lights

Why Cygnet Well offer you

Strong career progression opportunities
Expert supervision & support
Employee referral scheme
Pension scheme
Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving

You are...

Experienced in all types of painting and decorating in both indoor and outdoor environments
Willing to travel & hold a full valid driving licence
Able to communicate at all levels & record detailed, accurate maintenance information
Skilled at DIY & general maintenance
Preferably Level 2 Diploma qualified in Painting & Decorating/Maintenance
Friendly, conscientious & an excellent team member with a positive attitude

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.If you are interested in this role please apply below or email your CV to .Cygnet Health Care has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role youll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

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