Voids Caretaker

Daniel Owen Ltd; Southall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent housing association seeks a Voids Caretaker to maintain vacant properties and communal areas to a high standard. Responsibilities include clearing out properties, cleaning communal areas, and performing basic maintenance tasks. Candidates should have a full UK driving licence and pass a basic criminal record check. The position offers company vehicle, fuel card, and uniform. If you have experience in social housing, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Uniform provided

Qualifications

• Valid driving licence required for transportation tasks.
• Basic police check is necessary for employment.

Responsibilities

• Clear vacant properties and remove unwanted items.
• Transport waste to disposal sites.
• Clean communal areas such as hallways and staircases.
• Perform minor repairs and maintenance in properties.
• Conduct health and safety checks regularly.
• Report vandalism or safety issues.

Skills

Full UK Driving Licence (manual)

Basic Criminal Record Check

Job description

Job Title: Voids Caretaker
Job Type: Ongoing Contract, Full-Time
Sector: Property Services
Location: Southall
Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30 am - 3:30 pm
Pay Rate: £13.92 per hour

We have an exciting opportunity for a Voids Caretaker to join a well-established housing association. In this role, you will play a key part in maintaining vacant properties and communal areas to the highest standards, ensuring homes are safe, clean, and ready for new residents.

Responsibilities

• Clearing out vacant (void) properties, removing unwanted furniture, appliances, and general waste.
• Doing tip runs to transport and dispose of waste from void properties.
• Sweeping, mopping, and cleaning communal areas, hallways, and staircases.
• Carrying out basic maintenance and minor repairs in void properties, reporting any larger issues to the appropriate team.
• Ensuring properties are safe, clean, and ready for new tenants.
• Conducting regular health and safety checks within void properties and communal areas.
• Reporting issues such as vandalism, graffiti, or abandoned items.
• Maintaining accurate records of work completed, including tip runs and property clearance.
• Supporting the wider estates team in maintaining high standards across all properties.

Requirements

• Full UK Driving Licence (manual)
• Basic Criminal Record Check (Disclosure and Barring Service)

Benefits

• Company vehicle, fuel card, and uniform provided as part of the role package.

If you've previously worked in the social housing environment and meet the requirements listed, we'd be happy to hear from you.