Caretaker - Brent Council - #2146395

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