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Residential Building Caretaker
Residential - Northumberland House
Residential Building Caretaker
Residential - Northumberland House
Casual
1 Year Experience
Coins Icon £13 / Hour
Residential Building Caretaker
Residential - Northumberland House

Description

We are seeking a reliable and proactive Building Caretaker to take responsibility for the day-to-day care and smooth running of our residential building. The successful candidate ideally would possess handyman skills and will ensure that the property is clean, safe, well-maintained, and compliant, while also providing excellent service to residents.

Key Responsibilities:

Cleaning & Upkeep

  • Carry out daily cleaning of communal areas, hallways, staircases, lifts, car parks, bin stores, and external areas.
  • Maintain high standards of hygiene and presentation throughout the building.

Resident & Tenant Support

  • Provide concierge-style assistance, including welcoming residents, handling queries, and supporting move-ins/move-outs.
  • Respond promptly to resident complaints and escalate issues to the Building Manager where necessary.
  • Assist in chasing rent arrears or utilities arrears where required.

Building Safety & Compliance

  • Carry out weekly fire alarm testing and record results.
  • Conduct regular legionella water testing.
  • Monitor CCTV for security concerns, fly-tipping, or suspicious activity.
  • Always ensure compliance with health and safety procedures.

Maintenance & Contractors

  • Report and log maintenance issues to the Building Manager.
  • Liaise with and oversee contractors working on-site to ensure works are completed safely and to standard.

`Skills & Attributes:

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
  • Hands-on approach with problem-solving skills.
  • Reliable, trustworthy, and resident-focused.
  • Basic knowledge of health & safety, fire safety, and compliance (training will be provided).
  • Previous experience as caretaker, concierge, or facilities role preferred.

We are seeking a reliable and proactive Building Caretaker to take responsibility for the day-to-day care and smooth running of our residential building. The successful candidate ideally would possess handyman skills and will ensure that the property is clean, safe, well-maintained, and compliant, while also providing excellent service to residents.

Key Responsibilities:

Cleaning & Upkeep

  • Carry out daily cleaning of communal areas, hallways, staircases, lifts, car parks, bin stores, and external areas.
  • Maintain high standards of hygiene and presentation throughout the building.

Resident & Tenant Support

  • Provide concierge-style assistance, including welcoming residents, handling queries, and supporting move-ins/move-outs.
  • Respond promptly to resident complaints and escalate issues to the Building Manager where necessary.
  • Assist in chasing rent arrears or utilities arrears where required.

Building Safety & Compliance

  • Carry out weekly fire alarm testing and record results.
  • Conduct regular legionella water testing.
  • Monitor CCTV for security concerns, fly-tipping, or suspicious activity.
  • Always ensure compliance with health and safety procedures.

Maintenance & Contractors

  • Report and log maintenance issues to the Building Manager.
  • Liaise with and oversee contractors working on-site to ensure works are completed safely and to standard.

`Skills & Attributes:

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
  • Hands-on approach with problem-solving skills.
  • Reliable, trustworthy, and resident-focused.
  • Basic knowledge of health & safety, fire safety, and compliance (training will be provided).
  • Previous experience as caretaker, concierge, or facilities role preferred.