Caretaker

District Caretaker

Location: Westgate, Skelmersdale
Department: Facilities Services
 

Join our Facilities Services Team

Are you someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in maintaining public spaces, and likes practical, hands-on work? We're looking for a District Caretaker to join our Facilities Services team based at Westgate, Skelmersdale.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play an important role in keeping our local communities clean, safe, and well maintained while working as part of a dedicated and supportive team.

What you'll be doing

As a District Caretaker, you'll carry out a variety of maintenance and caretaking duties to help maintain the borough's public areas and facilities. Your responsibilities will include:

• Operating a range of handheld equipment, including:

  • Weed sprayers

  • Strimmers

  • Hedge trimmers

  • Leaf blowers

  • Jet washers

• Carrying out basic DIY and minor maintenance tasks.

• Maintaining outdoor areas to a high standard.

• Working safely and following all health and safety procedures.

• Completing tasks efficiently as directed by supervisors.

• Contributing to a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents and visitors.

What we're looking for

We're seeking a reliable, hardworking individual who enjoys practical work and takes pride in delivering high-quality results.

You'll ideally have:

• Experience working in a manual or operational environment.

• Experience using handheld grounds maintenance or landscaping equipment.

• Basic DIY and maintenance skills.

• A positive attitude and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• A strong commitment to health and safety and following procedures.

• A full UK driving licence (desirable).

Why join us?

This is an opportunity to become part of a team that makes a real difference to the local community every day. You'll enjoy a varied, active role where no two days are the same and where your work has a visible impact on the local environment.

If you're practical, motivated, and ready for a rewarding hands-on role, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us keep our community looking its best.