Evening Caretaker

Sodexo; Cork; On-site; EUR 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing platform access

Employee Assistance Programme

24h virtual GP service

Pension plan

Learning & development tools

Bike to Work Scheme

Job summary

Sodexo is recruiting a Maintenance Operative to support school sites across West Cork, mainly based in Bantry. This evening role covers sports events, security and upkeep, with on-site presence and potential extra shifts across West Cork. Training in Fire Warden and First Aid may be required, and Garda Vetting applies.

The role emphasizes reliability, independence, and practical DIY skills, with a pay of €15.59 per hour and paid travel to sites.

Qualifications

• Good practical/DIY skills and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Willingness to obtain Fire Warden and First Aid certification if needed.
• Experience as a caretaker, handy person, facilities assistant or fire warden is desirable.
• Willing to undergo Garda Vetting as part of safeguarding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Be the onsite point of contact during evening hours.
• Provide site supervision during sports events and occasional weekend tournaments.
• Act as Fire Warden and provide basic First Aid when required.
• Support safe operation of the building and basic HVAC training.
• Carry out light maintenance and report issues promptly.
• Potential to pick up additional shifts across West Cork sites.

Skills

Reliability

Flexibility

DIY skills

Independence

Emergency response

Job description

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• Location: Bantry (with the opportunity to pick up shifts across West Cork and potential additional hours in Cork)
• Hours: Monday - Friday 6.30pm - 10.30pm and optional weekends
• Pay: €15.59 per hour
• Paid travel to sites

Maintenance Operative

We are currently recruiting a reliable and proactive Maintenance Operativeto support school sites across West Cork, primarily based in Bantry. This is a key onsite role during evening hours, ensuring the safety, security and smooth running of school facilities, particularly during sports events and activities.

This role is ideal for a responsible, flexible individual with good practical/DIY skills who enjoys working independently and being a trusted presence onsite.

What you’ll do

Be the onsite point of contact during evening hours (typically 6:30pm–8:30pm on weekdays)

Provide site supervision during sports events and occasional weekend tournaments (including potential 12-hour shifts on Saturdays or Sundays)

Act as a Fire Warden (training/certification required)

Provide basic First Aid assistance in the event of an emergency

Support the safe operation of the building, including training in HVAC systems

Carry out light maintenance and DIY tasks as required

Ensure the premises remain secure, safe and well maintained

Report any incidents, hazards or maintenance issues promptly

There may also be opportunities to pick up additional shifts across other West Cork schools (particularly if you have access to a car) and potentially in university settings in Cork City.

What you’ll bring

A strong sense of responsibility and reliability

Flexibility to work evenings and weekends during school term time

Practical DIY or maintenance skills

Ability to work independently and respond calmly in emergencies

Previous experience as a caretaker, handy person, facilities assistant or fire warden (desirable but not essential)

Fire Warden and First Aid certification (or willingness to complete training)

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults within a regulated activity. This role will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Garda Vetting.

Why Sodexo?:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance tobe part of something greater.

Belong in a company and team that values you foryou.

Act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions.

Thrive in your own way.

We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing
• Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
• Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular big-brand retailers
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools
• Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit
• Sodexo UK and Irelands enhanced benefits and leave policies

A little more about Sodexo:

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed tobeingan inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, SoTogether, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Ready to be part of something greater?

Join a team that values you for being you.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications