Caretaker

Capita plc; Wymondham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking a Caretaker for their Wymondham site. The successful candidate will manage repairs, maintenance, and cleanliness of equipment. The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as a team. A basic salary of £27,513.39 is offered along with 23 days' holiday and opportunities for professional growth. Applications from diverse backgrounds are encouraged.

Benefits

23 days' holiday (rising to 27)

Volunteering opportunities

Discretionary annual bonus

Company pension and life assurance

Voluntary benefits and discounts

Free on-site parking

Responsibilities

• Carry out minor repairs and assist with general maintenance of equipment.
• Undertake a range of reactive and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Support site upkeep through tasks such as painting and cleaning.
• Report equipment faults to Maintenance and Repair Senior Technician.
• Monitor and replenish stock levels of consumables.

Skills

Previous experience in a similar maintenance or caretaker role

Ability to maintain a safe working environment

Strong team player

Self-motivated

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Physically fit

Job description

Join Our Team as a Caretaker - Where Every Fix Makes a Difference

Are you someone who takes pride in keeping things running smoothly? As a Caretaker at Tascor, you'll play a vital role in maintaining a safe, functional, and welcoming environment. From day-to-day repairs to general site upkeep, your hands-on support will help ensure everything is in top shape. You'll follow health, safety, and environmental procedures while delivering high-quality work that truly matters. This role is based on site at Wymondham PIC.

As part of our commitment to building an inclusive and diverse workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from people who are from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority backgrounds.

What you'll be doing

• carry out minor repairs and assist with general maintenance of equipment across the site
• undertake a range of reactive and preventative maintenance tasks as required
• support site upkeep through tasks such as painting, decorating, basic plumbing, and joinery
• perform cleaning duties to ensure facilities and equipment are hygienic and well-presented, including safe disposal of waste
• report equipment faults or issues to the Maintenance and Repair Senior Technician
• monitor and replenish stock levels of consumables and maintenance supplies

What we're looking for

Essential Skills

• Previous experience in a similar maintenance or caretaker role
• Ability to maintain a safe working environment, particularly in non-office settings with varied operational risks
• Strong team player with a collaborative approach
• Self-motivated and able to work independently when required
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Physically fit with a positive, can-do attitude suited to a hands-on role

Desirable Skills

• Experience working across diverse client environments or facilities

About Capita & Tascor

Capita is an outsourcer, helping clients across the public and private sectors run complex business processes more efficiently, creating better consumer experiences

Tascor is part of Education & Government Services, a division of Capita. We work for secure criminal justice, immigration and the public sector. We don't just look after buildings; we take care of every aspect of facilities management. Join us and discover better as you shape the workspaces of tomorrow.

What's in it for you?

• A basic salary of 27,513.39
• 23 days' holiday (rising to 27) with the opportunity to buy extra leave
• The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice
• A discretionary annual bonus / car allowance or company car - if applicable
• Auto-enrolment to our company pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks' fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks and plenty more
• Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle - from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology
• Access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform
• Free on-site parking - making your commute easier and more convenient.

Unlock Your Potential with Capita

At Capita, your career can take you wherever your ambition leads. You'll become part of a diverse network of talented, forward-thinking professionals working across a wide range of disciplines and sectors. We're committed to your growth - offering exciting opportunities to expand your skills, explore new paths, and advance your career.

Join us and discover a career with purpose. #CareersWithPurpose

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What we hope you'll do next:

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Equal Opportunities

At Capita, we're committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. We want everyone to have the best chance of succeeding as they move through their application and start their career with us. We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer; we want to hear from you if you'd like to discuss any adjustments you might need during your recruitment process. Please email [e-mail] or call 07784 237318 and we'll get back to you to discuss.

For more information about equal opportunities and the types of adjustments we can offer, please visit the Capita Careers website.

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