Caretaker

We are seeking an experienced Caretaker to join a committed estates team on a full time, permanent basis to assist with a wide range of maintenance tasks and respond to emergency requests including site security. Location: Thatcham Salary: £26,000 - £27,500 Benefits: Generous pension scheme, free meals, 25 days holiday, employee assistance programme Working Hours are Option 1 1:30pm - 9pm Option 2 Week 1 - 1.30pm - 9pm Week 2 10.30am - 6pm As the Caretaker, you will be responsible for: Carrying out any minor works jobs Open and close the school as required Complete swimming pool testing on a daily basis Respond to emergency out-of-hours calls Acting as a Fire Officer Carrying out site security checks, including perimeter walks, locking of all windows / doors, and drawing of blinds Monitoring CCTV Ensuring health and safety standards are maintained Assisting with furniture moves, event set ups, parking control, and emergency lighting testing To attend Health and Safety and First Aid training as directed To act as the out-of-hours security and emergency maintenance operative. The successful Caretaker will have the following related skills / experience: Experience within a maintenance or a caretaker role is essential Must hold a current driving licence Reliable with a professional work ethic Ability to meet health and safety requirements Good communication skills Flexible approach to working hours including on call cover and night shifts Ability to work unsupervised and on initiative Demonstrate good general maintenance experience and knowledge of maintenance techniques