Caretaker

CBRE, Inc.; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global provider of facilities management services is seeking a detail-oriented Maintenance Compliance Caretaker in Preston. This role involves ensuring all work activities are safe and compliant with regulations, managing permits, conducting inspections, and promoting safety culture. Ideal candidates should have experience in facilities management and knowledge of health and safety procedures. This is a wonderful opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding company offering a vehicle and fuel card.

Benefits

Vehicle & fuel card provided

Qualifications

• Experience in Facilities Management required.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety procedures is essential.
• Familiarity with Permit to Work systems required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure work activities are authorised, planned, and executed as per regulations.
• Assess work scope, permits, and resource availability.
• Manage permits across the site.

Skills

Experience in Facilities Management

Knowledge of Health & Safety procedures

Familiarity with Permit to Work systems

Strong organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Job description

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management.

We are currently seeking a detail‑oriented and proactive Maintenance Compliance Caretaker to join our team in Preston. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding company.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all work activities are properly authorised, planned, and executed in accordance with company procedures, safety regulations, and client requirements.
• Assess the scope of work, identify required permits, and verify the availability of resources (personnel, materials, equipment).
• Create and manage permits for various activities across the site.
• Identify and mitigate potential hazards associated with planned work activities, ensuring appropriate control measures are in place.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, maintenance teams, and other relevant parties to facilitate smooth work execution and minimise disruption.
• Conduct site inspections to ensure work is performed safely and in accordance with approved permits and procedures.
• Contribute to the investigation of incidents and near misses related to work activities, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.
• Maintain comprehensive records of work permits, inspections, and other relevant documentation.
• Stay up‑to‑date with relevant health and safety legislation, industry standards, and client‑specific requirements.
• Ensure timely renewal or closure of permits.
• Actively promote a positive safety culture within the workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience in Facilities Management.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety procedures.
• Familiarity with Permit to Work systems.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.

Hours and Location

• Hours: 8 am – 5 pm, Monday to Friday.
• Location: Preston.

Benefits

Vehicle & fuel card provided.