Caretaker

Caretaker

Reporting to: Site Manager

Location: Crowborough
Salary: £35,000
Hours: 40 hours per week (Mon–Fri 8:30am–5pm, with occasional weekend and public holiday shifts)
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract – 12 months

About the Role

As a Caretaker, you will be responsible for the day-to-day upkeep of the site, carrying out general maintenance tasks, maintaining equipment, and helping to ensure the site remains safe and well maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance, repairs, and other practical tasks as directed by the Site Manager.
• Perform reactive maintenance, including painting, decorating, and minor plumbing, and electrical repairs.
• Install, repair, or replace fixtures and fittings, including locks, curtains, blinds, shelves, and window restrictors.
• Assemble flat-pack furniture and install household appliances, such as washing machines.
• Maintain outdoor areas, including gardens and yards, and clear drains as required.
• Complete maintenance records and ensure documentation is kept up to date in line with company policies.

Required Skills

• General maintenance and DIY skills, including the use of basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to identify faults, evaluate solutions, and carry out repairs efficiently.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage workload effectively.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle due to the location of the site.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Health membership with cashback on health services and retail/fitness discounts
• Life cover
• 4% employer and 4% employee pension contribution
• Laptop, phone, and equipment provided as required
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Employee referral scheme

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a satisfactory DBS check relevant to the requirements of the role.

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Kerrie Collett on (phone number removed) or apply today.