Part-Time Caretaker

VERTO HR are currently seeking an experienced Part-Time Caretaker (Building Services Manager) to join a residential development, based in Dorchester.

• Shift Pattern: 3 days per week, between Monday and Friday - 0800-1300 (days you're able to work can be discussed at interview stage)
• Salary: £12,915

Main duties include the below:

1. Communicate any important issues to residents b. Liaise with the freeholder as necessary
2. Facilitate the moving in of new homeowners
3. Attend and document meetings with 3rdparties as required
4. Assist residents with any enquiries and direct them to the right people where necessary f. Meet and greet visitors to the building and help to attend to theirs and residents needs
5. Ensure front entrance is kept to highest standard with clean mats, no litter etc
6. Check no finger marks on mirrors, pictures and all hanging straight and all areas pristine at all times
7. Any other roles consistent with the job title that arise as time goes on and we learn about the building and residents wishes
8. Keeping your working areas clean, clear and tidy
9. If required to perform light maintenance and repairs across the communal areas of the building (e.g. painting and cleaning)
10. Replace any failed lighting in communal areas that can be safely accessed
11. Identify and report the need for major repairs both internally and externally to the Managing Agent or direct to a third party service contractor
12. Monitor and report faults with any communal equipment or appliances to the Managing Agent or direct to a third party service contractor
13. Undertake a bell test of the fire alarm system once a week
14. Undertake a functional 'flick' test of the emergency lighting once a month
15. Undertake a functional test of the sprinkler systems once a week r. Undertake a test of the lift telephones (x3) once a week
16. Undertake flushing of any communal water outlets (e.g. taps and hoses) once a week t. Ensure all service records and on site log books are up to date
17. Monitor the buildings CCTV system in line with the buildings CCTV Policy
18. Maintain a log of names & contact details for landlords, residents and letting agents on PC and software provided
19. Inspect the condition of common areas before and after contractors have completed their work
20. Monitor the performance, service levels and attendance records of third party contractors (e.g. cleaners and window cleaners)
21. Manage and distribute the buildings access control fobs/keys on PC and software provided
22. Undertake other duties as assigned or emergency tasks (e.g. clearing snow, cordon off areas, moving barriers.)
23. Keep a detailed work sheets/log reports detailing costs, repair requirements and issues for jobs raised by the Managing Agent

Please apply if this role is of interest. If you are shortlisted, you will be contacted within two weeks of us receiving your application.