Temporary Caretaker/ Maintenance

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property management company is seeking an experienced Handyman/Caretaker for a temporary position focusing on maintenance and safety within a luxury residential development in South East London. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, handling maintenance requests, and ensuring the security of the estate. Ideal candidates should possess skills in carpentry and building maintenance, along with strong communication and time management abilities.

Benefits

Holiday pay

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within a luxury residential development is essential.
• Knowledge of building maintenance and multi-trade repair.
• Ability to work under own initiative and manage demanding workloads.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health and safety inspections following service standards.
• Log maintenance issues and carry out minor repairs.
• Maintain security and clear communal areas of hazards.

Skills

Basic carpentry

Building management

Effective communication

Time management

Relationship management

Job description

Job Description

Our client is seeking an experienced Handyman/ Caretaker to work on a temporary basis for the forseeable future on a residential development based in South East London.

Hours: Mondays (7am to 3pm) & Tuesdays to Fridays (9am to 5pm)

Temporary Pay Rate: £13.85 per hour + Holiday Pay (paid on a weekly basis)

Main Duties:

• Assisting with any queries or requirements
• Carrying out regular patrols of the building - Conduct health and safety inspections in accordance with our service standards and contractual obligations.
• Logging and reporting any maintenance issues to the managing agent and carrying out minor repair works where able - Carry out repairs and maintenance duties in accordance with safe operating procedures and relevant health & safety policies
• Management of keys
• Complying with all Health and Safety requirements
• Dealing with complaints
• Maintaining the security of the Estate in general
• Ensure all common parts are clear of potential hazards including those attributable to seasonal changes including external footpaths.
• Keep communal areas clear of any obstructions particularly fire evacuation routes and exits.
• Responding to emergencies including making safe glazing, leaks, lighting and tripping/slipping hazards.
• Provide a monthly repairs/maintenance report to the Property Manager highlighting any major or cyclical works which may be required in the future.

Person Specification:

• Knowledge
• Knowledge of basic carpentry
• Knowledge of Building Maintenance Multi-trade Repair and Refurbishment Operations (Construction)
• Knowledge of IT systems
• Skills
• Building management
• Basic carpentry, painting and decorating skills
• Effective communication skills
• Relationship management
• Time management
• Abilities
• Managing demanding workloads
• Able to work under own initiative
• Working with others to deliver joint objectives
• A 'can do' approach to problem solving

Candidates must have experience working in a similar role within a luxury residential development.