Caretaker

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTIONJOB TITLE: CARETAKER (Live out) LOCATION: FOREST HILL, SE23REPORTS TO: AREA MANAGER (AREA 07)PURPOSETo ensure that consistently high standards of service are provided with regardsto the security and comfort of the residents, and with regards to the maintenanceand cleanliness of the property.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- To attend the premises each day Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm with a onehour unpaid lunch break.- To be available when on site to deal with emergency situations, outside the above hours, in a helpful and efficient manner, and to keep proper records in the incident book; (Overtime is paid)- To provide an effective point of contact between residents and the Area Office;- To oversee the activities of and provide assistance as appropriate to contractors to enable timely completion of works while meeting both service standards and Health and Safety requirements;- To arrange emergency attendance of utility companies, plumbers, electricians and lift engineers, boiler engineers and other tradesmen to carry out work in the communal areas only, as necessary;- To liaise as appropriate with outside agencies, e.g. Insurers, utilities and local authority (Lewisham Council) representatives;- To liaise with emergency services as necessary in relation to any incident affecting the property;- To be present when periodic inspections of boilers, tanks, pipes, etc. are carried out and to report any defects in these and any other building problems to the Area Office;- To check all access doors are kept locked and generally ensure safety and security at the property, reporting any incidents to the Police as necessary;- To inspect all lighting within the common parts twice each week and replace any bulbs/tubes as required which are safety accessible;- To check drains, gullies, interceptors, etc. and clear blockages, reporting any faults to the Area Office;- To arrange immediate removal from site of all bulk waste items, e.g. beds, furniture and white goods.- To collect and remove rubbish daily from outside each flat, to ensure its safe storage and to put it out for collection as appropriate;- To monitor parking of vehicles at the property and to take appropriate action to prevent obstructions;- To patrol and inspect all common parts areas at least twice daily;- To carry out maintenance and repair tasks not requiring the services of a specialist contractor;- To seasonally adjust time clocks as necessary for stairway lighting and entrance doors;- To maintain and safely store adequate stocks of consumables and to keep proper records of their use;- To submit monthly and ad hoc reports to the Area Office as directed;- To ensure footpaths, driveways and parking areas are kept free from rubbish and obstruction;- To carry out any other duties which may from time to time be directed by the Area Office and which are within the capabilities of the job holder.CLEANING DUTIES- To sweep all entrances and common parts as necessary;- To vacuum clean all carpeted areas at least twice per week;- To collect and safely dispose of all loose rubbish and litter including discarded papers and leaflets;- To ensure the bin area is kept clean at all times, swept and disinfected;- To clean/polish all brass handrails as necessary but at least on a weekly basis;and, in winter months:- To keep paths and hall entrances free from snow and ice and to lay down salt/grit as required;- To keep all drains and exposed pipes free from rubbish, snow and ice.GARDENING DUTIESRegular Works- Cut all lawns with a (grass collecting) box mower.- Edge up all lawns.- Strim all grass banks, on completion, blow cuttings on to the hard standings.- Strim around any areas the mowers cannot reach including; flower/shrub beds, trees, timber posts etc.- Clear and arrange the disposal of all cuttings from site.Quarterly Works- Cut and shape up all hedges and clear and arrange the disposal of cuttings.Seasonal Works- Remove fallen tree leaves in the autumn months and arrange the disposal of the same.

Keyskills :
GardeningGeneral CleaningGeneral Repairs