Caretaker

We are looking for Caretaker & Warden to work in the Gateshead area

The Role:

• Provide a high standard of cleanliness within multi-storey blocks to the published service standards.
• Carry out compliance checks to support the Council’s requirements in relation to Health and Safety and Fire Safety of the building.
• Play a key role in ensuring the security of the building and surrounding areas. Reporting any evidence of antisocial behaviour in the block and surrounding area. Initiating action to deal with vandalism or emergency situations and contact the appropriate services.
• Report repairs and maintenance required to communal and external areas to the appropriate services.
• Carry out minor repairs e.g. changing light bulbs and redecoration, e.g. paint over graffiti when required.
• Routine manual handling skills, including the rotation of refuse bins.
• Accompany Neighbourhood Housing Officer on new visits and accompanied viewings when required.
• Carry out visits to new tenants advising them of relevant information about their block, the role of the caretaker, including the services they can provide.
• Have responsibility to enhance grounds maintenance provided by other agencies including litter picking external areas of the block, footpaths and gullies.
• To provide a first point of contact for residents and visitors and be able to deal with queries or signpost to the appropriate service.

The Person:

• Must have experience in a similar role
• Must be able to work be able to work alone
• Must have means of transport
• Knowledge of health & safety and first aid
• Computer Literate