Facilities Caretaker: Maintenance, Security & Events

Reed; Wymondham; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

34 days holiday (pro-rata for PT)

Defined benefit pension scheme

Free refreshments (non-contractual)

Protective clothing provided

Job summary

Reed is seeking a dedicated Caretaker in Wymondham, Norfolk for a part-time position within our Estates Team. The role focuses on maintenance, safety compliance, and event setup, with responsibilities spanning plumbing, electrical tasks, security, and general upkeep.

Candidates should have a good literacy/numeracy level, a valid driving licence, and prior caretaking or maintenance experience. Benefits include a pro-rata salary, holiday entitlement, and a defined benefit pension scheme.

Qualifications

• A good level of literacy and numeracy.
• A current, clean driving licence.
• A sound track record of work in relevant areas of construction or maintenance.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and maintain high standards of work.
• Experience in a similar caretaking or maintenance role is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out building maintenance, repairs, refurbishments, and new work as needed.
• Manage basic plumbing tasks, electrical consumables replacements, and attend to faults, repairs, and breakdowns.
• Ensure the security of buildings by locking/unlocking facilities and managing anti-intruder alarms.
• Set up for college events and prepare rooms or marquees as required.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the estate, including cleaning gullies, gutters, and drains, and managing refuse removal.
• Drive college vehicles as required for various tasks and maintain them.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations and report any breaches.

Skills

Literacy & numeracy

Driving licence

Maintenance experience

Independence at work

Caretaking experience

Job description

Reed is seeking a dedicated Caretaker in Wymondham, Norfolk for a part-time position within our Estates Team. The role focuses on maintenance, safety compliance, and event setup, with responsibilities spanning plumbing, electrical tasks, security, and general upkeep.

Candidates should have a good literacy/numeracy level, a valid driving licence, and prior caretaking or maintenance experience. Benefits include a pro-rata salary, holiday entitlement, and a defined benefit pension scheme.