Estate Services Scheme Operative; Caretaker

Position: Estate Services Scheme Operative (Caretaker)
Location: South West London

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