Caretaker

Robertson Group; West Carr; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Private pension

Life assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Rewards platform for discounts

Annual flu vaccine

Free Health & Wellbeing advice

Job summary

Robertson Facilities Management is seeking a hands-on caretaker to support on-site personnel, perform routine tasks and maintenance to keep facilities compliant with contract conditions. You will ensure safe energy systems operation, assist other sites as directed, and must obtain an Enhanced DBS with Child Barred List before starting.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork and customer service, with a focus on high standards and sustainable practices across university clients.

Qualifications

• Awareness of Health & Safety issues and the need for safe methods of working.
• Awareness of COSHH regulations.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine caretaker duties on site to support all on-site personnel.
• Perform planned maintenance in line with agreed timescales and procedures.
• Carry out property maintenance within competence range.
• Maintain safe and efficient operation of energy systems on site.
• Provide support to other Robertson sites as directed by the Site Manager.

Skills

Health & Safety awareness

COSHH regulations

Job description

Carrying out routine and ad-hoc caretaker duties in support of all on site personnel to ensure compliance with contract conditions

Carrying out planned maintenance duties in accordance with agreed timescales and procedures and undertake any property maintenance work within the post holder's range of competence

Maintaining the safe and efficient operation of all the school's energy systems in accordance with agreed contract conditions

Providing support and assistance to any other sites as directed by the Site Manager

What you’ll need:

• Awareness of Health & Safety issues and the need for safe methods of working
• Awareness of COSHH regulations

The successful candidate will require an Enhanced DBS with Child Barred List Check prior to starting in the role.

People are at the heart of everything we do and achieve at Robertson. To fit right into the team you’ll be friendly, professional and care about the job you do; listen to customers and work with your colleagues to support them as a team; follow procedures that keep you and our customers safe and help us maintain high standards; share our pride in making a real difference.

Robertson Facilities Management (RFM) provides hard and soft FM services, grounds maintenance and energy services for single and multi-site locations throughout the UK. We work across sectors including education, healthcare, emergency services and commercial, assuring our customers of high-quality, best value and a sustainable approach. RFM has grown significantly since its inception in 1999, with a turnover of £181m for FY2025 and employs more than 1500 people. We are now on a growth trajectory, with ambitious plans to grow the business to £300m turnover by 2030. Our plans for growth require RFM to 'make the market', and to be at the forefront of high value opportunities in the FM marketplace.

Each of us is accountable for what we do. From the smallest detail to team safety and caring for our communities and the environment, we know that everything matters. We are determined to succeed Every challenge is an opportunity. We work collaboratively and focus on safety, productivity and quality to find solutions we can be proud of and that provide a positive, lasting benefit. We are one team We work as one - in our teams and partnerships, and with our customers. We respect each contribution, and everyone stands up to be counted. We are Team Robertson.

What’s in it for you? In addition to the hourly rate, we offer a wide range of rewards and benefits:

• 33 days annual leave
• Private pension
• Life assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Rewards platform for discounts with retailers, supermarkets, restaurants and more
• Annual flu vaccine
• Free Health & Wellbeing advice

When it comes to diversity and inclusion, we see things differently at Robertson. We’re a company with strong family values and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. That’s why we’re working to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone can feel welcome, included, and where we can all be our authentic selves.