Maintenance Operative/Caretaker - Ipswich

Morson Group; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Group is seeking a Maintenance Operative/Caretaker in the Ipswich area to perform caretaking duties and minor maintenance. You will lock/unlock, conduct safety checks, manage deliveries, and assist with room setups and events. The role requires independent or team work to maintain a safe environment.

Experience in office settings and good communication are essential. The position is based on site with a hands-on approach and a focus on reliability and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in caretaking within office environments is essential.
• Ability to conduct statutory safety checks and maintenance tasks.
• Comfortable handling room setups and coordinating events.

Responsibilities

• Locking/unlocking and security checks.
• Set up rooms and events.
• Escort visitors and contractors on site.
• Manage deliveries and porterage.
• Maintain accurate records of completed work.
• Support a safe and well-maintained environment.

Skills

Caretaking in offices

Building security

Statutory compliance checks

Minor repairs

Room setup

Escort visitors

Deliveries & porterage

Record keeping

Health and safety

Communication

Education

Health and safety training

Basic trades qualifications

Tools

FM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

My client is seeking a reliable and experienced Maintenance Operative/Caretaker in the Ipswich area.

You will undertake a variety of caretaking duties including locking and unlocking, conducting statutory compliance checks, and performing minor repairs and maintenance tasks. The role also involves setting up rooms and events, escorting visitors and contractors, managing deliveries and porterage, and maintaining accurate records of completed work.

Experience working in office settings is essential to effectively support the operational needs of the site.

This position requires a hands-on approach, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team to maintain a safe and well-maintained environment.

The role offers a pay rate of £14.43 per hour PAYE plus holiday pay or £18.78 per hour via umbrella.

Skills

• Experience in caretaking within office environments (essential)
• Building security and site locking/unlocking
• Statutory compliance checks
• Minor repairs and general maintenance
• Room and event set-up
• Escorting visitors and contractors
• Managing deliveries and porterage
• Record keeping and reporting
• Health and safety awareness
• Good communication and teamwork skills

Software/Tools

• Basic use of maintenance or facilities management systems (desirable)
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) for reporting and communication (desirable)

  Certifications & Standards

  • Relevant health and safety training (desirable)
  • Basic trade or handyman qualifications (advantageous)