Estate Services Scheme Operative (Caretaker)

Estate Services Scheme Operative South West London £20.32 per hour (Umbrella) 3-Month Ongoing Contract   The Opportunity   Southern Housing is looking to appoint an Estate Services Scheme Operative to support the upkeep and maintenance of residential estates in South West London. This is a hands-on role suited to someone practical, proactive, and customer-focused, with experience carrying out cleaning, basic repairs, and general estate maintenance duties.   What You’ll Be Doing   Maintaining communal areas to a high standard, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, litter picking, and spot cleaning Cleaning and maintaining refuse and bin areas Using equipment such as jet washers and steam cleaners for deep cleaning tasks Carrying out minor repairs including basic plumbing, lock changes, painting, graffiti removal, and general maintenance works Reporting repairs or defects that require further attention Supporting health & safety inspections and completing reports where required Acting as a point of contact for residents and supporting customer enquiries Assisting vulnerable residents by escalating concerns where appropriate Providing cover for colleagues when needed   What We’re Looking For   Practical experience carrying out minor repairs and estate maintenance duties Good understanding of health & safety within a maintenance or housing environment Strong communication and customer service skills Comfortable using smartphones/tablets to log repairs and access emails Reliable, proactive, and able to work independently or as part of a team Physically capable of carrying out manual duties   What’s on Offer   £20.32 per hour (Umbrella) Ongoing 3-month contract with potential extension Tools, uniform, PPE, and equipment provided Opportunity to work with a respected housing organisation Varied, hands-on role within a supportive team environment