Care & Repair Handyperson/Telecare Installer

We are looking for an experienced individual to fill an exciting role within our Property Services Team.

Cairn Housing Group requires a Care & Repair Handyperson to provide a high-quality Installation, Repair and Maintenance service for Tele-care equipment on behalf of the Highland Tele-care Service to facilitate hospital discharges. Key responsibilities include undertaking the Installation of Tele-care equipment to a vulnerable client’s property in order to support independent living and to undertake small maintenance/repair tasks to a client’s property, including advising clients on any material costs required to complete tasks, purchasing materials, and ensuring that work is carried out in a safe working environment to a satisfactory standard.

Due to the nature of the role there are a few things we require of you: it is essential that you have at least 3 years relevant experience and a high level of competence in joinery and general maintenance work. Additionally we require you have knowledge of building construction and extensive knowledge of Health and Safety.  You must also hold a Full UK Driver’s licence. Please refer to the job description for qualifications would be advantageous and desirable.

A Basic Disclosure Scotland check is required for this post.

Please download the job description for full details on the role.

To apply for this job, please complete an application form online. Should you require any assistance please phone our head office on 0800 990 3405 or email recruitment@cairnha.com.  Please note that we do not accept CV’s.

Cairn HA strives for equality of opportunity in all its activities and encourages applicants from all sections of the community.

A registered Scottish Charity SC(NO):016647

You can download an Employment Application Form for this post in PDF format, or you can apply online.