Care Home Maintenance/Handyperson
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Care Home Maintenance/Handyperson
Location: Lockerbie, Dumfries & Galloway
Salary: £14.50 per hour | £30,160 per annum
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Sector: Healthcare
Posted: 29 Apr 2026
Job Purpose
As a Maintenance/Handyperson, you will be responsible for carrying out day-to-day maintenance of the building and grounds, ensuring that everything is in a safe and efficient working order. Where third-party contractors are required, you will arrange and oversee their work to ensure it meets the required standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out routine maintenance and repairs within the Home and its grounds.
- Identify and report any potential hazards, ensuring the safety of residents, staff, and visitors.
- Oversee work carried out by third-party contractors, ensuring quality and compliance.
- Perform regular checks on equipment and facilities to maintain operational efficiency.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance work completed.
- Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations.
- Take part in the on-call rota, responding to urgent maintenance issues as required. When on-call, mileage will be covered, and a call-out rate will be paid.
Qualifications and Skills
- Previous experience in maintenance and repairs to a high standard.
- Working knowledge of health and safety regulations.
- Highly organised with the ability to be flexible when required.
- Strong communication skills.
- A team player with a proactive attitude.
- Valid and current driving licence.
- Satisfactory police check and satisfactory check against the relevant registers within the PVG Scheme.
How to Apply
If you would like to apply now, please follow the link provided. For further details, please call Katrusia Prodywus at PSR Solutions now on [contact hidden].
Additional Information
Please note any offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS/PVG/Access NI check and employment reference checks in addition to verification of UK professional registration (if applicable), right to work in the UK and Occupational Health clearance. PSR Solutions is an equal opportunities recruiter and applications are welcome from anyone meeting the specified criteria regardless of age, gender, race/ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, sexual orientation or any other personal circumstances. By submitting an application, you are consenting to PSR Solutions securely holding and processing your personal data and contacting you in relation to the services we provide. You retain the right to have your information deleted in line with current GDPR legislation.