Caretaker

Candidate Source; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities management company is seeking a Caretaker responsible for the upkeep and operational integrity of multiple facilities in Sheffield. This hands-on role involves maintenance tasks, inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have prior maintenance experience and a full driving licence. Offering a salary of £29,000 per annum, with additional benefits including overtime opportunities and training.

Benefits

Overtime opportunities

Pension scheme

Training opportunities

Access to online benefits

Uniform allowance

Qualifications

• Previous experience in maintenance, caretaking, or a trade role.
• Familiarity with Health & Safety regulations, IOSH, NEBOSH, or CSCS is beneficial.
• Full, clean driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Conducting routine inspections and minor repairs.
• Maintaining car parks, fencing, and access routes.
• Tracking and reporting asset conditions.
• Conducting checks on water systems and fire safety.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Basic knowledge of building systems

Ability to work independently

Tools

CAFM system

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a Caretaker to take responsibility for ensuring the upkeep, safety and operational integrity of multiple facilities.

Salary: £29,000 per annum (negotiable on experience)

Benefits

• Overtime and incentive opportunities
• Pension scheme (after 3 months)
• Internal and external training
• Access to online benefits and discounts
• Uniform allowance including PPE, outerwear, tops, and boots

What you'll be doing as Caretaker

This hands‑on role involves both preventative and reactive maintenance, occasional cleaning duties, and travel between sites. You will play a key part in maintaining high standards across all locations.

Key responsibilities

• Conducting routine inspections and minor repairs (doors, gates, lighting, plumbing, fit‑outs, metalwork, locksmithing).
• Maintaining car parks, fencing, signage, and access routes.
• Carrying out basic gardening and reporting hazards or deterioration.
• Tracking and reporting asset conditions.
• Recommending upgrades or replacements to the Facilities Manager.
• Providing access and oversight for external contractors.
• Ensuring work meets required standards and escalating issues as needed.
• Identifying risks and maintaining safe access routes.
• Ensuring compliance with RIDDOR, COSHH, and other relevant regulations.
• Conducting checks on water systems, lighting, fire safety, and maintain PPE and safety systems.
• Performing daily checks on vehicles and equipment.
• Maintaining vehicles and tools in line with operational standards.
• Recording maintenance activities using a CAFM system.
• Communicating site status and priorities with the Facilities and Construction teams.
• Conducting site audits, including brand standards, using company IT systems.
• Online timekeeping.

We're looking for a Caretaker with

• Previous experience in maintenance, caretaking, or a trade role.
• Basic knowledge of building systems, tools, and IT‑based maintenance systems.
• Familiarity with Health & Safety regulations (IOSH, NEBOSH, CSCS beneficial).
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently across multiple sites.
• Full, clean driving licence.

To apply for this role as Caretaker, please click apply online and upload an updated copy of your CV.