Caretaker/Handy-person

Darlington Borough Council; North East, Darlington; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Caretaker/Handy-person to join their Corporate Landlord team. This role involves ensuring the premises are well-maintained, secure, and provide a safe working environment. The ideal candidate will have practical experience in building maintenance and a solid understanding of health and safety regulations. This position offers a chance to work closely with building occupiers and contractors, making a real impact on the daily operations of the Town Hall. If you are passionate about maintaining high standards and enjoy public interaction, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

32 days Annual Leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working

Generous Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave

Access to training and development

Physiotherapy service

Confidential counselling service

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee discounts

Wellbeing offers

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in caretaking or relevant practical work.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation related to building maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Manage premises and ensure site security and cleanliness.
• Conduct regular inspections and maintain firefighting equipment.

Skills

Building Maintenance

Health and Safety Legislation Knowledge

Communication Skills

Public Interaction

Job description

Caretaker/Handy-person (Ref: POS000682)

Hours and Pay

Salary £26,409 - £27,711 per annum
Salary Band £20,001 to £30,000
Post Type Permanent
Hours Per Week Full time

Job and Application details

Categories Building Maintenance / Caretaking
Directorate N/A
Published Date 23/04/2025
Closing Date 08/05/2025

Darlington Borough Council, Corporate Landlord team, are seeking to recruit a Caretaker/ Handy-Person, based in the Town Hall, to carry out all aspects of premises management and site security.

The successful candidate would work closely with the building occupiers to ensure the premises provide a clean, safe and secure working environment. You would ensure the buildings are heated and maintained to a satisfactory standard and ensure all firefighting equipment is regularly inspected and maintained. The role would require regular inspections of premises internally and externally and for the successful candidate to act as a point of contact for contractors.

You will have at least 3 years caretaking or relevant practical experience in building maintenance, heating, ventilating, electrical or similar work and a knowledge of Health and Safety legislation in relation to building maintenance. An ability to communicate both orally and in writing to a wide range of audiences and an ability to deal effectively with members of the public is essential.

For detailed information on this role, please refer to the Role Profile.

For a further informal discussion please contact Gary Bage, Service and Repairs Manager on 01325 406477.

Benefits

• 32 days Annual Leave, plus Bank Holidays, with option to purchase additional Annual Leave (pro-rata for part time working)
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with option to make Additional Voluntary Contributions
• Flexible working
• Generous Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave schemes
• Staff equality forums
• Green Car Leasing Scheme
• Access to a wide range of training, learning and development
• Physiotherapy service
• Confidential counselling service
• Great wellbeing offer
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Dolphin Centre Fit for Life Discounts
• Local and National retailer discounts
• Vivup employee benefit app and Lifestyle Savings
• Arriva Employee Travel Club

For the full range of benefits we offer, please see our Why work for us internet page, which also includes our Total Reward Booklet and Employee Benefit Video.

Find out further information about us and what it’s like to work for our great team by visiting the Jobs and Careers home page.

General Information for Applicants:

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