Building Caretaker

Role: Building Caretaker
Location: Banbury station - with travel to other sites as required
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £35,000 per annum

Would suit somebody with a background as a School/Building Caretaker / Site Services Officer. You will have, as a minimum, a basic understanding of small scale building related repairs, security, vandalism, supervising external contractors and site safety, to name but a few.

Purpose of the role

This position requires the post holder to work from a van providing a mobile maintenance service to numerous Chiltern Railways sites. Previous experience would be a distinct advantage although full training will be given.

To provide reliable and semi-skilled handyperson services to support our Property, Assets & Facilities Management team supporting the upkeep of station assets and buildings and supporting the provision of planned and reactive non-technical maintenance in the 4 depots. This role involves carrying out a variety of repair, maintenance, and general handyman duties to ensure the stations remain safe, clean, SQR (Service Quality Regime) compliant and fully operational for passengers and staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform general maintenance tasks including minor repairs, painting, carpentry, plumbing, and general SQR and safety checks
• To assist depot technical staff with 2-man jobs (Light column lowering)
• Inspect Chiltern facilities regularly and report or resolve issues such as broken fixtures, faulty doors, lighting problems, vandalism and SQR failures
• Maintain and repair station furniture, signage, platforms, and public areas
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies.
• Support the installation of new equipment or infrastructure when required
• Comply with health & safety policies and procedures, ensuring all work is conducted safely
• Liaise with station management, contractors, and suppliers as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance work performed via the Chiltern Concerto system
• Assist with seasonal tasks such as snow clearance, gutter and ground drainage cleaning, leaf removal, and general grounds upkeep including vegetation removal

Personal Specification:

• Previous experience as a handyman or maintenance operative, preferably in a public or transport environment
• Basic skills in carpentry, plumbing, painting, and minor electrical repairs
• Good understanding of health & safety regulations related to railway environments
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays
• Full UK driving licence is essential

Desirable Experience:

• Experience working within railway or transport infrastructure.
• Basic first aid qualification.