Caretaker

TruckEast Ltd; Woolpit; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation firm in Woolpit is looking for a dedicated Caretaker to ensure cleanliness and safety at their branch. The role entails maintaining the premises, managing waste, and providing excellent customer support. Ideal candidates should possess strong attention to detail and be able to work independently or within a team. Previous experience in cleaning roles is preferred, and an HGV driving license is a plus. The company offers several benefits, including generous holiday and pension contributions.

Benefits

30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)

Enhanced employer pension contributions

Life assurance

Optional private medical insurance

24/7 mental health and wellbeing support

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Preferred previous experience in commercial cleaning or similar role.
• HGV driving license is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean, safe and secure branch premises.
• Support health and safety processes across the branch.
• Carry out routine maintenance and cleaning across premises.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Proactive problem-solving

Time management

Job description

Job Description

What are the working hours?

40 hours per week: Monday to Friday, 6:00-14:30, or 7:00-15:30 with a 30-minute break per shift

What is the pay for this role?

This role pays National Minimum Wage.

What benefits do we offer our Caretakers?

• 30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays), rising to 34 days with length of service
• Enhanced employer pension contributions
• Life assurance
• Optional private medical insurance and supporting healthcare cash plan
• 24/7 mental health and wellbeing support
• Refer a friend scheme

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and productive Caretaker to join our branch in Woolpit. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our customers. This position requires a strong commitment to providing high-quality customer service while ensuring that the premises are well-maintained.

What does the role involve?

• Maintain clean, safe and secure branch premises
• Support health and safety processes across the branch
• Carry out routine maintenance, groundskeeping and cleaning across the premises, including basic DIY tasks, gardening, spillages and gritting
• Ensure the overall cleanliness, tidiness and upkeep of the site is at the required standard and rectify where required
• Ensure all recycling and waste management processes are being followed across the branch
• Check in company courtesy cars and maintain general condition, including oil and water etc.
• Ensure yard operations are effective, including management of customer and company vehicles
• Ensure vehicles are cleaned to the required standard, including steam cleaning operations
• Any other duties relevant to the smooth and efficient operation of the department as determined by your manager

What are we looking for in a candidate?

• Previous experience in commercial cleaning or a similar role is preferred but not essential.
• HGV driving licence, preferred, not essential.
• A strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills and a caring attitude towards residents.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to manage time effectively.

If you are passionate about making a difference in people's lives while ensuring a clean and safe environment, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Caretaker.

TruckEast Ltd are an equal opportunities employer.