Mobile Caretaker

Sanctuary Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit property maintenance organization in Leeds is seeking a Mobile Caretaker. You will support various maintenance tasks such as damp treatment, waste removal, and gutter cleaning, while collaborating with a team to ensure Health and Safety standards are maintained. The ideal candidate will hold a valid UK driving licence and have knowledge of cleaning practices. The role offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Life Assurance

Employee Advice Service including counselling

Cycle to Work scheme

Wellbeing support and tools

Employee Networks for inclusion support

Qualifications

• Knowledge of COSHH and Risk Assessments.
• Experience working within Health and Safety protocols.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to various tasks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct damp and mould treatment in properties.
• Remove waste from across properties, including fly-tipped waste.
• Perform gutter cleaning using ground-level equipment.
• Collaborate with other Estates teams when necessary.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good condition.

Skills

Knowledge of cleaning and caretaking

Ability to use grounds machinery

Able to use computerised systems for scheduling

Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation

Practical experience of carrying out risk assessments

Full valid UK driving licence

Job description

Role Overview

We have an opportunity for a Mobile Caretaker to join our team based in Leeds. As a Mobile Caretaker you will work as part of a small team within the Estates department. Estates cover various aspects of work from waste removal, damp and mould treatment, grounds maintenance and cleaning. You will be expected to support the team in completing all aspects of the above. Working as part of a two‑person team you will often collaborate with other teams to carry out larger or more complex tasks.

Responsibilities

• Damp and mould treatment in properties; this includes identifying, treating and then redecorating the affected area
• Waste removal from across all our sites, generally this will be fly‑tipped waste but may include emptying void properties
• Gutter cleaning using an extendable vacuum system so all work is carried out from ground level
• Working with other Estates teams where needed
• Ensuring Health and Safety protocols are followed
• Ensure tools and equipment are maintained in good condition and used in line with policies and procedures
• Using a smart phone to manage work and receive and record work tasks

Skills and experiences

• Knowledge of cleaning and caretaking, and an understanding of COSHH and Risk Assessments
• Knowledge of how to use grounds machinery confidently and competently
• Ability to use and update computerised systems (including PDA) for work scheduling
• Working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation
• Practical experience of carrying out risk assessments
• This role will involve driving on company business. In order to drive a company vehicle, drivers must hold a full valid UK driving licence

About us

We provide in‑house repairs and maintenance for a wide range of properties, as part of a not‑for‑profit organisation. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture. Our customers are at the heart of all we do, and colleagues help make a real difference to people’s lives.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays
• A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
• Life Assurance
• Employee Advice Service including counselling
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Voluntary health plans
• Wellbeing support and tools
• Employee Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues
• £25,400 per annum (rising to £26,737 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)

If you're unsure about any details, have questions about the role or want to discuss a need for adjustments, our fantastic talent team will be happy to help you – [e-mail]

We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.