Part Time Facilities Operative – London (IG8)

Job Category: Facilities Operative
Job Type: Part Time
Job Location/Region: London
Rate of Pay: £12.71 per hour

Do you have what it takes to be a Caretaker?

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Caretaker to join our team and play an important role in maintaining a safe, clean, secure and well-presented residential development for residents, visitors and contractors.

This is a customer-facing role, and we are looking for a friendly, reliable and professional individual with a practical approach, good attention to detail and a commitment to providing a high standard of service.

Hours of work: Monday to Friday, 09:30–16:30
Break: 1 hour unpaid

The right candidate must:

  • Have excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Be polite, friendly and professional
  • Have basic maintenance and practical skills
  • Understand Health & Safety and fire safety
  • Be reliable, organised and self-motivated
  • Have good observation and problem-solving skills
  • Be able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Be physically fit for basic duties
  • Maintain a clean and professional appearance
  • Be flexible and willing to undertake training
  • Have previous customer-facing experience (desirable)

Main duties include:

  • Maintaining the development to a high standard of cleanliness, safety and presentation
  • Carrying out regular site inspections and reporting defects
  • Keeping communal areas, car parks and external areas clean and tidy
  • Carrying out minor maintenance, repairs and decorating
  • Managing waste and recycling
  • Coordinating access for contractors and service providers
  • Carrying out routine checks of site facilities and equipment
  • Maintaining records and stock levels
  • Responding to emergencies when required
  • Clearing leaves, ice and snow during seasonal periods
  • Following all Health & Safety, COSHH and company procedures

What we are looking for

The successful candidate will have a professional, positive attitude, take pride in their work, and be committed to maintaining a high standard of service for residents and visitors.

Previous experience in a caretaker, facilities, property management, hospitality, hotel or similar customer-facing role would be advantageous. Knowledge of general maintenance and Health & Safety is desirable.

Working safely

Use all cleaning materials and equipment in accordance with company procedures and relevant Health & Safety and COSHH requirements. Appropriate PPE and uniform will be provided.

Sentinel Group Security Ltd are proud to be a disability-confident, committed employer.

Core Values – Integrity, Team Work, Professionalism, Respect

We are proud holders of ISO 14001 and committed to responsible environmental management processes.

Salary: £12.71 per hour

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