The Caretaker manages the day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of EvaBuild HQ, ensuring it’s well maintained, clean, safe, and welcoming. The role also involves providing support and assistance to tenants who use the space. The caretaker must be resourceful, proactive, and committed to maintaining a high standard of facility presentation.
Responsibilities
Property Maintenance:
* Perform regular inspections of the property to identify and address maintenance issues.
* Handle basic repairs, including plumbing, electrical, and carpentry tasks. If this is outside of abilities, to make arrangements for the relevant skilled person to attend to address the issue in a timely manner.
* Oversee the cleanliness and organization of communal areas, grounds, and buildings.
Health & Safety Compliance:
* Ensure the property meets health and safety regulations.
* Address potential hazards promptly and maintain clear emergency exits.
* Conduct routine checks on fire alarms, smoke detectors, and security systems.
Cleaning Duties:
* Perform some daily cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
* Manage waste disposal and recycling processes.
Support Services:
* Provide assistance to tenants or visitors as required.
* Respond promptly to maintenance requests or emergencies.
Supervision of Contractors:
* Coordinate and oversee the work of external contractors as required.
* Ensure all contracted work meets the agreed-upon standards.
Administrative Duties:
* Maintain records of repairs, inspections, and maintenance schedules.
* Order and manage supplies for cleaning and repairs.
Qualifications and Skills:
* Proven experience in a caretaker or similar role (preferred).
* Strong organizational and time-management skills.
* Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
* Confident with lifting and manual handling tasks.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with residents and contractors.
* The desire to maintain the highest facility standards.
The role will involve working outdoors, handling tools or chemicals, and managing emergencies after standard working hours. Flexibility is essential.
Location & Commitments:
* Permanent, role based in our Newtown office.
* Monday – Friday 11AM – 6PM with half an hour lunch.
* Travel as required.
* Ability to work on own initiative.
* Excellent organisational skills.
* People focused.
* Quality focused.
* Drive and initiative.
* Planning and organisation.
* Team player.
* UK Driving Licence.
* First aid or emergency response training.
* Experience in building maintenance, plumbing, or electrical work is an advantage.
This is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities for this post, the company may require you to undertake other duties within your capabilities according to the needs of the business.
Make 2025 a year to remember by joining the EvaBuild team. Waste no time in applying today. Please email info@evabuild.co.uk or call the office on 01686 623 809.
Ladywell Business Centre, New Church Street, Newtown, Powys, SY16 1AF
Telephone: 01686 623809 Email: info@evabuild.co.uk
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