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Caretaker

Novax Recruitment
Posted 17 hours ago, valid for 11 days
Location

Preston, Lancashire PR3 3XR, England

Salary

£20,000 - £24,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Caretaker position in West Lancashire offers both full-time and part-time opportunities, requiring 37 hours of work per week.
  • Candidates should have experience in a caretaking, facilities, or maintenance role, with relevant vocational qualifications preferred.
  • The role includes responding to emergencies, performing minor repairs, and ensuring cleanliness of various areas.
  • A salary is not specified in the job description, but candidates should possess excellent organizational skills and a strong problem-solving ability.
  • Applicants should submit their CV along with their earliest start date to apply for this position.

Caretaker

West Lancashire

Full-Time/Part-Time

37 Hours

The Role:

  • Respond to alarms, emergencies, or incidents, including liaising with emergency services.
  • Carry out regular checks to maintain site safety and security.
  • Undertake routine inspections of the premises to identify maintenance issues.
  • Perform minor repairs, such as plumbing, carpentry, painting, or electrical tasks.
  • Liaise with external contractors for more complex maintenance tasks
  • Oversee and ensure cleanliness of designated areas, including toilets, communal spaces, and outdoor areas.
  • Replenish supplies such as soap, toilet rolls, and cleaning materials.
  • Operate cleaning equipment and safely store materials.
  • Provide assistance to staff, tenants, or visitors as needed.
  • Set up rooms or spaces for events, meetings, or activities as required.
  • Maintain a positive and professional approach in all dealings with the public.
The Candidate:
  • Experience in a caretaking, facilities, or maintenance role.
  • Practical skills in minor repairs and general maintenance.
  • Basic literacy and numeracy skills for completing logs and records.
  • Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Health and Safety training (e.g., COSHH, First Aid).
  • Relevant vocational qualification (e.g., plumbing, electrical, or joinery certification).
  • Previous experience working in a public service environment.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
  • Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail.
  • Flexibility to respond to urgent or out-of-hours requirements.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.

How to Apply:

To apply to our Caretaker please submit your CV along with your earliest start date. We look forward to welcoming enthusiastic and self-motivated individuals who are passionate about maintaining Enfield's green spaces

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.