Casual Caretaker

Manpower UK; Henley-on-Thames; Remote; GBP 661,000 - 675,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Manpower UK is recruiting a Casual Caretaker to join a site team on a temporary basis for 2-5 months. The role requires a practical mindset, reliability, and a hands-on approach to maintaining a safe, clean and well-presented environment. Hours are 11:30am–6:30pm, Monday to Thursday (7.5 hours) and Friday (7 hours).

Immediate start with free parking on site and Enhanced DBS check required. On-site location with a collaborative facilities team, you will support daily site operations and health &

Qualifications

• Practical, hands-on approach to maintenance and caretaking.
• Reliable, punctual and flexible attitude.
• Good communication and health & safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general caretaking, maintenance and site management duties as directed by the Facilities Manager.
• Support opening and closing of the site, including alarm activation/deactivation on a rota basis.
• Respond to site-related issues and assist with maintenance concerns.
• Monitor and report health and safety issues across the site.
• Complete monitoring records for site systems and installations.
• Maintain a safe, secure and welcoming environment for all site users.
• Undertake general upkeep and minor repairs as required.

Skills

Hands-on maintenance

Team player

Reliability

Flexible

Health & safety awareness

Good communication

Job description

Casual Caretaker

£13.05 per hour | Immediate Start | 2-5 Month Assignment
We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Casual Caretaker to join their site team on a temporary basis, with an anticipated duration of 2-5 months. This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable, practical, and hands-on individual who enjoys a varied role and takes pride in maintaining a safe, clean, and well-presented environment.
Location: On-site
Pay Rate: £13.05 per hour
Hours: 11:30am - 6:30pm
Working Pattern: Monday to Thursday (7.5 hours per day) and Friday (7 hours per day)
Start Date: As early as next week
Parking: Free parking available on site
Compliance: Enhanced DBS check required

The Role

Working as part of a collaborative facilities team, you will help maintain the smooth day-to-day operation of the site, ensuring high standards of maintenance, cleanliness, security, and health & safety are upheld at all times.
This role would suit someone with a practical mindset, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the flexibility to support site operations as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general caretaking, maintenance, and site management duties as directed by the Facilities Manager.
• Support the opening and closing of the site, including alarm activation and deactivation on a rota basis.
• Respond to site-related issues raised by staff and assist with resolving maintenance concerns.
• Monitor and report health and safety issues across the site.
• Complete required monitoring records for site systems and installations.
• Assist in maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for all site users.
• Undertake general upkeep, maintenance, and minor repairs as required.
• Work collaboratively within the caretaking team while also demonstrating initiative and a proactive approach.

What We're Looking For

• Practical, hands-on approach to maintenance and caretaking duties.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible attitude.
• Strong awareness of health and safety procedures.
• Good communication skills and a professional manner.
• Previous caretaking, facilities, maintenance, site assistant, handyman, or estates experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

If you're looking for an immediate start and enjoy a role where no two days are the same, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this opportunity.

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