Property Caretaker

BTG Eddisons; Fareham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Varied role

Support from established firm

Long-term opportunity

Job summary

BTG Eddissons is seeking a hands-on Caretaker to help keep a unique estate secure, well-presented and properly maintained. You will undertake general maintenance, supervise external contractors and ensure high presentation standards across the property.

The role offers flexible working arrangements, long‑term opportunity for the right person, and a competitive salary based on experience. You will report to the property owner and liaise with BTG Eddissons to maintain the estate to a high standard.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Caretaker, Estate Worker, Maintenance Operative, Facilities Assistant or similar position.
• Strong practical maintenance and DIY skills.
• Proactive and self-motivated approach.
• Ability to identify and resolve maintenance issues.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Trustworthy, professional and reliable.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• General maintenance and repair of the property.
• Conducting routine inspections of the house, grounds and outbuildings.
• Completing minor repairs, decorating and DIY tasks.
• Grounds maintenance, gardening and upkeep of external areas.
• Ensuring the property remains secure and protected at all times.
• Liaising with and supervising external contractors.
• Monitoring utilities and reporting any issues.
• Assisting with planned maintenance and property improvement projects.
• Maintaining high presentation standards throughout the estate.
• Reporting regularly to BTG Eddissons and the property owner.

Skills

Practical maintenance

DIY skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Reliability

Job description

BTG Eddissons is one of the UK's leading independent firms of Chartered Surveyors, Property Consultants, Valuers, Auctioneers and Asset Management specialists. With offices nationwide, we provide expert property advice across the commercial, residential and public sectors.

The Role

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys practical work, takes pride in maintaining exceptional standards and can work independently to ensure the property remains secure, well-presented and properly maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• General maintenance and repair of the property.
• Conducting routine inspections of the house, grounds and outbuildings.
• Completing minor repairs, decorating and DIY tasks.
• Grounds maintenance, gardening and upkeep of external areas.
• Ensuring the property remains secure and protected at all times.
• Liaising with and supervising external contractors.
• Monitoring utilities and reporting any issues.
• Assisting with planned maintenance and property improvement projects.
• Maintaining high presentation standards throughout the estate.
• Reporting regularly to BTG Eddissons and the property owner.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a Caretaker, Estate Worker, Maintenance Operative, Facilities Assistant or similar position.
• Strong practical maintenance and DIY skills.
• A proactive and self-motivated approach.
• Ability to identify and resolve maintenance issues.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Trustworthy, professional and reliable.
• Good communication skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence preferred.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work at a unique and historic property.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• A varied and rewarding role.
• Support from an established and respected property consultancy.
• Long‑term opportunity for the right individual.
• Competitive salary based on experience.

BTG Eddissons is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.