Main characteristics
- Location
- Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
- Company
- Manpower UK Ltd
- Salary
- £13 - £14/hour
- Employment type
- Contract
- Category
- Engineering
Job summary
Caretaker/Groundsman - £12-£14ph (7am-4pm)Overview
We currently recruiting a groundskeeper/handyman for one of the colleges close to the centre of Cambridge. Successful candidate would be responsible for the care and upkeep of college buildings and their grounds, including the main teaching buildings and provide assistance with other independent residences used by students. You will take pride in your work, helping to create a safe and enjoyable workplace. For the right candidate there is a possibility to go Temp to Perm!
Location: Cambridge
Wage: £11 - £14ph
Hours: 7am - 4pm
Main duties and Key Responsibilities:
Maintenance
You are responsible for making sure the buildings and grounds are in proper working order. This involves:
Daily building and grounds checks.
Undertaking general repairs, maintenance and improvement works, changing light bulbs, unblocking drains, heating changes, groundwork etc.
Making sure the premises and grounds are clean and that rubbish is collected and taken away on a daily basis, and any graffiti is cleaned up.
Regular touch-up painting of interior and exterior areas to make good 'wear and tear'.
Calling in specialist help when needed which will usually involve external contractors.
Escorting contractors as required to carry out works.
Security
You should have a full understanding of the buildings at all times and may be required to unlock buildings in the absence of Security
You may be called outside of office hours in the event of emergency (burst pipe, break in etc.) to attend and assist as required.
Health and Safety
To carry out the weekly Fire Alarm tests and general H&S checks of fire exits, fire extinguishers and escape routes in each building and ensure all paperwork is completed.
Caretakers work alongside the Site Manager to ensure H&S regulations are adhered to across the site.
Understanding fire safety regulations, Health and Safety regulations, emergency procedures and the rules for evacuating a building.
Other tasks
Setting up and clearing exams, assemblies and College events.
Storing equipment and supplies safely.
Maintaining a variety of records, including health and safety, fire safety and monitoring meter readings and fuel usage.
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