Handyperson – Care and Repair

Cairn Housing Association is a national provider with over 3,500 units in management across Scotland.

We are looking for an experienced individual to fill an exciting role within our Care and Repair Service

Handyperson – Care and Repair

• 34.5 hours per week
• Salary Scale: £21,112 – £26,390.   Maximum entry point £22,223 per annum dependent on qualifications and experience
• Based in Inverness

To undertake in the Installation & testing of Tele-care equipment to a vulnerable client’s property, and to provide high quality small repairs & adaptations such as grab rails/handrails & changing light bulbs etc. to clients properties enabling independent living & supporting NHS specific instructions.  The successful candidate should have high level of competence in joinery and general maintenance work and the ability to work under pressure, co-ordinate a varied and complex workload and extensive knowledge of Health and Safety.

Due to the nature of the role there are a few additional things we require of you, you will need to be Computer literate –use of Microsoft Outlook, Word & Excel and internal systems are regularly required, and it is Essential to hold a full UK driving licence.

A Basic Disclosure Scotland Scheme check is also required for this post, the cost of which will be met by Cairn.

To view the role profile and apply for this job, please visit www.cairnha.com/vacancies.  Alternatively, email recruitment@cairnha.com or phone our recruitment line on 0131 524 2547 (please state clearly which vacancy you are applying for) for an application to be posted to you.  Please note that we do not accept CV’s.

Closing date for receipt of completed applications is 16^th February 2017. Interviews will be held in Inverness.

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