Heritage Site Maintenance & Grounds Assistant (Part-Time)

Kents Cavern; Torquay; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Kent's Cavern in Torquay is seeking a Facilities Assistant (part time) to help maintain our heritage site to a high standard, ensuring visitors enjoy a safe, clean and welcoming experience.

The role is minimum 10 hours per week with scope for extra hours for maintenance, seasonal needs and events. You should have practical maintenance or cleaning experience, be reliable, and able to work independently as part of a small team.

Qualifications

• Previous maintenance, facilities, estates or handyman experience is desirable.
• Previous cleaning or housekeeping experience would be advantageous.
• Good practical skills with the ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Physically fit and comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• A full UK driving licence is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and minor repairs across the site.
• Maintain gardens, pathways, car parks and external areas, including mowing, weeding, hedge trimming and litter picking.
• Clean and maintain public toilets, visitor areas and staff facilities to a consistently high standard.
• Replenish consumables and ensure all public areas remain clean, tidy and presentable throughout the day.
• Assist with planned maintenance, event set-ups and seasonal projects.
• Identify, report and where appropriate rectify maintenance issues and health and safety hazards.
• Use tools, equipment and cleaning products safely, following company procedures.
• Support colleagues across the business where required.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties appropriate to the role.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Cleaning experience

Independent worker

Hands-on / practical

Full UK driving licence desirable

Job description

Kent's Cavern in Torquay is seeking a Facilities Assistant (part time) to help maintain our heritage site to a high standard, ensuring visitors enjoy a safe, clean and welcoming experience.

The role is minimum 10 hours per week with scope for extra hours for maintenance, seasonal needs and events. You should have practical maintenance or cleaning experience, be reliable, and able to work independently as part of a small team.