Site Caretaker

TN United Kingdom; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Ellesmere Port is seeking a reliable Site Caretaker to maintain site facilities and ensure safety compliance. The role involves hands-on maintenance, supervising contractors, and addressing health and safety risks. Join a supportive team that values your commitment and offers competitive benefits.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Private medical cover

Competitive pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Retailer discounts

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Length of service awards

Christmas vouchers

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of general building maintenance and site operations.
• Practical, hands-on experience with facilities maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day maintenance and minor repairs across the site.
• Ensure building services are operating safely and efficiently.
• Supervise and support contractors working on-site.

Skills

Communication

Organisational Skills

Education

Relevant Trade Qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The provided job description is quite comprehensive but contains some redundancies and formatting issues that can be improved for clarity and professionalism. Here is a refined version:

Site Caretaker - Ellesmere Port

We are seeking a hands-on and reliable Site Caretaker to support the smooth and safe operation of our Ellesmere Port site. This practical, on-the-ground role involves maintaining the site’s facilities, addressing maintenance needs directly, and ensuring the workplace remains safe, clean, and compliant with health and safety standards.

What You’ll Do

1. Carry out day-to-day maintenance and minor repairs across the site
2. Ensure building services (e.g., water, gas, heating) are operating safely and efficiently
3. Act as the first responder to site issues – from basic repairs to coordinating specialist support
4. Supervise and support contractors working on-site for repairs and minor projects
5. Undertake general upkeep, housekeeping, and improvement projects around the site
6. Maintain clear records of maintenance tasks and contractor activities
7. Identify, report, and assist in resolving health & safety risks
8. Ensure all work complies with SGS’s safety, equality, and integrity standards

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of general building maintenance and site operations
• Practical, hands-on experience with facilities maintenance tasks
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Full driving licence

Desirable Skills and Qualifications

• FLT Licence
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Skills in plumbing, electrical, or joinery work
• Experience supervising contractors or working in a laboratory or technical environment
• Relevant trade qualifications (e.g., City & Guilds, BTEC) or equivalent practical experience

Additional Information

At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:

• Performance-related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
• Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
• Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
• Generous annual leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
• Retailer discounts
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
• Length of service awards
• Christmas vouchers
• Health & wellbeing initiatives
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Discounted gym membership

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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