Caretaker - Brent Council

Location: Leigh-On-Sea

We are looking for a proactive and reliable Caretaker / Estate Services Operative to join our Estate Services team. This is a varied, hands-on role focused on maintaining clean, safe and welcoming communal housing environments for residents across the borough. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality estate services, helping to ensure communal areas, housing estates and shared spaces are maintained to an excellent standard while providing outstanding customer service to residents.

Location:

Wembley Park, HA9

Working Hours:

Full Time, Monday to Sunday (flexible shifts including evenings)

Contract:

3 months initially with potential extension Payrate: £15.68 p/h PAYE

Key Responsibilities As a Caretaker, your duties may include:
Removing bulky waste and fly-tipped items from housing estates. Carrying out deep cleaning of communal internal and external areas, including bin stores and bin chambers. Cleaning graffiti and helping to maintain attractive neighbourhoods. Undertaking communal window cleaning up to the third floor. Using a range of cleaning equipment, machinery and cleaning products safely and effectively. Driving council vehicles and operating equipment required for estate services work.

Performing basic estate maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs and fixing signage. Reporting environmental issues, repairs and health and safety concerns promptly. Working closely with residents, contractors and internal council teams. Supporting the prevention of anti-social behaviour, graffiti and environmental crime. Providing cover across different Estate Services functions as required. About You We are looking for someone who:
Has experience working in a cleaning, caretaking, facilities, housing or customer service environment. Takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation. Enjoys working outdoors and is comfortable undertaking physical work. Has excellent customer service and communication skills. Can work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Is reliable, flexible and willing to support different service areas when required.

Is confident using mobile devices or handheld technology for recording and reporting information. Understands the importance of health and safety, including safe use of cleaning materials and equipment Essential Requirements Full valid UK Driving Licence. Good literacy and numeracy skills.

Experience of working with the public in a customer-facing environment.

Experience of cleaning or environmental maintenance duties. Ability to undertake physical tasks, including lifting and moving bulky items. Understanding of health and safety, COSHH and risk assessment principles. Commitment to equality, diversity and excellent customer care.

Desirable Experience within Housing, Estate Services or Social Housing. Experience working directly with residents and local communities. Basic DIY or handyperson skills. What You'll Bring A positive and professional attitude. Strong teamwork and communication skills. A commitment to delivering excellent services for residents. A flexible approach and willingness to support colleagues across the wider team