We are currently recruiting for a Caretaker to for a residential development in Catford (SE6). Responsible for overseeing 63 apartments, we are seeking a responsible, trustworthy, and proactive individual with previous residential maintenance and repairs experience who is willing to get stuck in. Whilst you will be working independently on-site, you also need to be a team player, as you will be a key contact for the Estate & Property Management teams

We will require 2 years’ minimum of relevant experience.

Repairs

• Conduct unskilled/skilled building repairs e.g. tightening of taps/doors/bolts, changing of bulbs, installing appliances, painting, and decoration, unblocking sinks, baths, etc.
• Inspection of reported defects to determine its severity as directed by the EMs and PMs.

Compliance

• Carry out weekly compliance checks as required. (EML, Fire Alarm, AOV, etc)
• Conduct regular block inspection to ensure Fire Exits/walkways are always kept clear of obstruction.
• Compliance with Health and Safety and other relevant legislation that may be communicated.
• Weekly flushing of void property to prevent Legionella growth.
• Inspect and vet contractors’ job as advised by Property Manager.
• Manage day to day security and safety aspect of the Block.

Block & Apartment Management

• Janitorial maintenance of the communal areas including the waste area to ensure building remain tidy and in well presentable condition.
• Daily inspection for building, report any internal and communal related defects defect to the Property Manager/Building Operators.
• Ensure waste are adequately disposed and ready for collection.
• Ensure bin areas are professionally managed and cleaned to prevent rodent infestation.
• Inspect contractors’ Permit to Work (where required) before they are allowed on site and keep log of contractors attending the property.
• Ensure the block is secured from trespassers and rough sleepers.
• Tactfully enforce rules, take records of tenants contravening the tenancy agreement and report appropriately.
• Maintain a visitor register to ensure engineers/operatives sign in and out of the building.

Administration and Inspection

• Run a key log and ensure keys are signed in and out.
• Monthly inspections of void flats to ensure they are kept in good conditions and report any required repairs to maintenance.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties within the overall function of the job as requested by Management, Maintenance, Lettings.

Hours: Monday to Friday / 09:00-17:30

Salary: £30,000 per annum; or £15.38 per hour

Location: Catford (SE6) (closest station is Catford Bridge)

If this position is of interest to you, please send your CV across.

Unfortunately, if you’ve not heard from us within two weeks, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.