Caretaker

Our client a large public sector organisation requires a Caretaker to join their team in Newtownabbey.

Role: Caretaker

Rate of Pay: £12.52

Location: Newtownabbey

Hours: 37 hours per week

Duration: Until January 2025

Main duties/Responsibilities:

Security

• Participate in procedures to ensure the security of the Premises and its contents.
• Open and close the premises and grounds, except in circumstances where the Estates Site Manager authorises another person to do so.
• Ensure that all windows are closed, doors and gates, both internal and external are locked at the end of each day.
• Maintain safe custody of the keys of the premises and the allocation of keys for Cleaning (where appropriate).
• Operate Fire Alarm, Burglar Alarm and Building Security Systems, (including security camera system) and report any faults.
• Attend after-hour break in and vandalism at the premises and ensure that (a) the premises are secure and cleaned at the earliest opportunity when clearance has been given and (b) any unauthorised entry or damage is reported to the Estates Site Manager.
• During normal working hours monitor and report any suspicious activity of persons immediately to the Estates Site Manager or other authorised person to ensure a safe working environment for students, staff, contractors and visitors in the building.
• Monitor the removal of all equipment from the premises and report any unauthorised activity to the Estates Site Manager or a Senior Site Manager.
• Apply grit/rock salt in times of snow and frost to ensure pathways, car parks and entrances are free from snow and ice

Essential Criteria:

• GCSE Maths grade C or above or equivalent
• GCSE English grade C or above or equivalent
• Applicants must have had a minimum of 6 months experience of working in an Estates related function within the past 3 years. This must include the following:

• Securing premises & contents
• Maintaining grounds
• Cleaning designated areas

To be shortlisted for this role all applicants MUST meet the essential criteria. If you are interested please upload your CV to the link provided, and Christine Thompson will contact you if you have been shortlisted. Full Job Description available on request.

Successful candidates may need to apply for an Access NI Certificate with Staffline regardless if you already have a valid certificate.