Maintenance Operative

To undertake all maintenance and driving services within the Hospice to an agreed high standard and working to an agreed budget., Keep accurate and appropriate records relating to all aspects of Maintenance as per the Maintenance Schedule.

Undertake regular stock checks of items used in the maintenance of the buildings.

Support the Facilities Manager in obtaining quotes for service contracts. Liaising with suppliers regarding any repairs/defects.

Undertaking repair/renewal works to plumbing installations and associated or minor maintenance tasks utilising your multi-trade experience.

Have knowledge and awareness of current Health & Safety legislation.

Report any major structural and equipment defects to the Facilities Manager and work together to seek appropriate solutions.

To be responsible for the legionella monitoring programme.

Apply internal finishing such as internal partitions, trims, configure interior layout, painting.

Carry out basic joinery tasks inclusive of partition walls, doors, windows etc.

Carry out basic plumbing tasks inclusive of sink and toilet assembly, waste and drainage, copper and push fit fittings etc confirming drawing details.

Barnsley Hospice is a charity that provides specialist palliative and end of life care to hundreds of local people and those close to them each year. Our main priority is to achieve the best possible quality of life for people living with a life- limiting illness, whilst supporting those close to them during the period of illness and bereavement. As a specialist care provider, the range of skills we offer include, pain and symptom management, emotional support and end of life care. The hospice currently employs about 100 people and has a team of volunteers, based both at the hospice and within our Retail Hub.