Caretaker – Operative

Location: Croydon, Surrey (Must have a manual driving licence to go out in company Van)

Position: Caretaker – Operative

Hours: Full time, 36 hours 8am – 4pm Mon -Fri

Salary: £26750 – £28000 DOE

You’ll play a key role in improving the day-to-day experience of residents by looking after communal areas, carrying out general maintenance tasks, and helping to keep our neighbourhoods safe, clean, and welcoming.

Key responsibilities of Caretaker Operative:

• Regular inspections: Carry out routine checks of communal areas and blocks, completing minor repairs and addressing issues immediately wherever possible.
• Estate service monitoring: Keep track of grounds maintenance, cleaning standards, and other estate services, reporting any concerns promptly.
• Caretaking duties: Support fire safety compliance, perform basic maintenance, and help with light gardening and outdoor upkeep.
• Community safety support: Assist with fly-tipping removal, nuisance reduction, and wider community safety initiatives.
• Resident engagement: Maintain a visible and approachable presence, building positive relationships and directing residents to appropriate support services.
• Emergency cover: Take part in an out-of-hours standby rota (additional payment provided).

For this role, we are looking for someone with the following:

• Confidence working with challenging behaviour and the ability to stay calm under pressure
• Strong problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail
• Working knowledge of Health & Safety, COSHH regulations, and manual handling procedures
• Experience collaborating across teams and working within local communities
• Clear communication skills and the ability to adapt your approach to different people and situations.

DBS clearance will be required for this role.

Benefits

•  Private healthcare
• Free dental
• 27 days holiday + bank holiday Choice to buy more holiday)
• Pension
• Strong focus on learning and development, with opportunities to grow your skills and career
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
• Funded health cash plan
• Extensive wellbeing support
• Voucher-based recognition scheme
• Retail discounts

We do receive a significant number of applications. If you have not been contacted by a member of our team within 10 days of your application, please note that on this occasion you have not be shortlisted for the position. If you are ever in doubt about this, please call our team.

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