Caretaker

Sanctuary Scotland Housing Association Limited

Paignton

On-site

GBP 26,000 - 28,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme with employer contrib.

Life Assurance

Employee Advice Service

Cycle to Work scheme

Voluntary health plans

Employee discounts

Wellbeing support and tools

Employee recognition scheme

Job summary

Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited is seeking a Caretaker for Paignton, covering the South West. The role focuses on void work, cleaning and grounds maintenance, with a salary of £26,442–£27,833 per year and 40 hours per week.

The ideal candidate will have caretaking experience, H&S knowledge, and a valid UK driving licence. Benefits include a pension, life assurance, and wellbeing support.

Qualifications

Experience in caretaking or similar tasks.
2nd item is provided in HTML as required.

Responsibilities

Carry out general caretaking duties including cleaning void properties and communal areas.
Grounds maintenance and litter removal; upkeep of outdoor spaces.
Work with customers to resolve issues and improve services.
Complete all paperwork for tasks, maintain tools and equipment.

Skills

Similar tasks experience

BICS certification

Hand tools & light machinery

Deadline prioritisation

Health and Safety knowledge

Communication and customer care

Valid UK driving licence

Education

British institute certificate in cleaning services (BICS)

Tools

Hand tools

Light machinery

Job description

Title: Caretaker

Paignton, Devon, GB, TQ4 7HP

Caretaker - Voids

Paignton – covering the South West

£26,442 - £27,833 per year

40 hours per week

We have an opportunity for a Caretaker to join our team, based in Paignton. As a Caretaker you will be responsible for carrying out an excellent caretaking service which will involve grounds maintenance, cleaning, gutter cleaning, void clean and clears and Landscaping. All work will revolve 100% around voids.

The ideal candidate will have a track record of delivering high quality services, demonstrate a commitment to teamwork and high levels of customer service.

The role of Caretakerwill include:

Undertaking general caretaking duties including cleaning Void Properties communal areas such as stairs, doors and windows and removing bulk waste
Grounds maintenance tasks to include litter picking and general upkeep
Working with customers to resolve issues and improve services
Completing all documents and paperwork concerning tasks completed
Ensuring tools and equipment are maintained in a suitable condition

Skills and experiences:

Experience in a similar role or completing similar tasks
British institute certificate in cleaning services (BICS) would be advantageous
Practical experience in operating hand tools and light machinery
Some experience of working to deadlines and prioritising workloads
Working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation
Good communication and customer care skills
This role will involve driving on company business. In order to drive a company vehicle, drivers must hold a full valid UK driving licence

About us

We provide in-house repairs and maintenance for a wide range of properties, as part of a not-for-profit organisation. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture. Our customers are at the heart of all we do, and colleagues help make a real difference to people’s lives.

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