Caretaker / Handyperson – Part Time

QS Recruitment Ltd; Gainsborough CP; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave pro‑rata

Weekly pay

Job summary

QS Recruitment Ltd is recruiting a practical and reliable Caretaker / Handyperson to join the Property & Assets Team at the Guildhall in Gainsborough. The role covers general maintenance, minor repairs and routine property checks across council buildings in the West Lindsey district.

Key duties include basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, safety checks, meter readings, securing vacant properties and liaising with external contractors.

Qualifications

• Practical DIY and general maintenance experience.
• Confident using basic hand and power tools.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle, as travel between sites is required.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
• Flexible and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out minor repairs, basic plumbing, carpentry, painting and decorating.
• General building maintenance, including locks, doors, fixtures and fittings.
• Completing routine safety and compliance checks, including fire alarms and emergency lighting.
• Taking utility meter readings and maintaining accurate maintenance records.
• Inspecting buildings and ensuring vacant properties remain secure.
• Liaising with external contractors and assisting with general property maintenance.
• Occasional moving of furniture and setting up meeting rooms.

Skills

Practical DIY

General maintenance

Power tools

Driving licence

Communication skills

Independent working

Tools

Basic hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Description

We are recruiting for a practical and reliable Caretaker / Handyperson to join the Property & Assets Team, based at the Guildhall in Gainsborough.

The role will involve carrying out general maintenance, minor repairs and routine property checks across various council buildings and sites throughout the West Lindsey district.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carrying out minor repairs, basic plumbing, carpentry, painting and decorating.
• General building maintenance, including locks, doors, fixtures and fittings.
• Completing routine safety and compliance checks, including fire alarms and emergency lighting.
• Taking utility meter readings and maintaining accurate maintenance records.
• Inspecting buildings and ensuring vacant properties remain secure.
• Liaising with external contractors and assisting with general property maintenance.
• Occasional moving of furniture and setting up meeting rooms.

Duration: Long term ongoing - minimum 4 months

Contract Type: Temporary

Hourly Rate: Flat Rate - £24.52 per hour14 Days Annual leave Pro-rataWeekly Pay

Working Hours: Monday (7.5 hours)Tuesday (7.5 hours)Wednesday (5 hours)Starting at 8am20 Hours a week

Closing Date: 20261119

Experience & Qualifications

Requirements:

• Practical DIY and general maintenance experience.
• Confident using basic hand and power tools.
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle, as travel between sites is required.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
• A flexible and proactive approach.