Caretaker

Pinnacle Group; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A national facilities management provider in Swindon is seeking an experienced Facilities Caretaker. The role involves ensuring buildings are secure, well-maintained, and compliant with health & safety standards. Responsibilities include routine maintenance tasks, managing security protocols, and addressing emergency situations. The ideal candidate will have general handyperson skills, good customer service ability, and a proactive approach, ensuring a welcoming environment. This is a full-time position with alternating shifts from 6.30AM to 6PM, Monday to Friday.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements

Life Assurance

Enhanced Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Childcare Assistance

Sick Pay Schemes

Personal Development Plans

Qualifications

• Experience in minor plumbing, carpentry, and electrical work.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to manage emergency situations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure security integrity of buildings and grounds.
• Conduct Planned Preventative Maintenance as per schedule.
• Manage minor repairs and emergency situations.

Skills

General handyperson skills

Good customer service skills

Amenable and approachable personality

Ability to liaise with external service providers

Ability to work in a team

Job description

Pinnacle Group are looking for an experienced Facilities Caretaker to ensure our buildings and facilities are well-maintained, secure, fully functional and Health & Safety compliant.

You will be joining our Facilities Management team based at The Learning Campus in Swindon. Your responsibilities will include performing routine maintenance, managing repairs, ensuring security protocols are followed and keeping the premises clean and orderly. You will need to be proactive, detail-oriented, and have excellent problem-solving skills. If you take pride in maintaining high standards and creating safe, welcoming environments, we would love to hear from you.

This is a full-time role with alternating shift patterns between the hours of 6.30AM-6PM, Monday-Friday.

Who we are

Pinnacle Group is a market-leading national provider of housing, neighbourhood and workplace services. With over thirty years of experience, we deliver expert, place-based management and maintenance solutions that enhance the everyday lives of the communities we serve.

We're a people-first organisation with a values-driven culture that has stood the test of time - reflected in the way we care for both our employees and our customers.

Who we're looking for

We're looking for someone who not only meets the key criteria below but also embraces our core values - Trust, Respect, Involve, Challenge, and Deliver Excellence - and is committed to earning and maintaining the confidence of our clients and communities.

Key responsibilities:

• Ensure security integrity of the school buildings and grounds through locking and unlocking, patrols, monitoring.
• Conduct defined Planned Preventative Maintenance responsibilities in accordance with each school's schedule and individual's skills.
• Where appropriate provide access, escort and liaise with service providers to undertake remedial work or Planned Prevented Maintenance.
• Conduct minor repairs and decoration works Respond to emergency situations such as floods, bodily fluids and effecting temporary or permanent rectification in accordance with prescribed procedures and timescales.
• Checks of BMS, boilers, hot water functioning, pest inspections, drains, gullies for blockages and plant rooms
• Conduct day-to -day duties according to daily schedule, i.e., littler picking, Bin emptying, sweeping, refreshing toilets.

Key requirements:

• Range of general handyperson skills such as general DIY skills, minor plumbing, carpentry and electrical
• Good customer service skills
• Amenable and approachable personality
• Ability to liaise with and assist external service providers
• Ability to work in a team

Our offer

We believe that diversity makes us stronger. The more varied our workforce, the better we can understand, reflect and meet the needs of the communities we serve. That's why we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds - especially those who represent the communities we work with every day.

As a colleague, you'll be part of an inclusive and supportive culture where you're encouraged to thrive. We're committed to helping you reach your full potential through continuous learning, development opportunities and career progression.

In addition to statutory benefits such as sick pay, maternity/paternity leave, a pension scheme, and annual leave, we offer a wide range of additional benefits tailored to your role and business area, including:

• Maternity/paternity packages
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced Pension Scheme
• Additional Annual Leave
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Retail Discounts
• Childcare Assistance
• Season Ticket Loans
• Sick Pay Schemes
• Personal Development Plans