Temporary Cleaner/Caretaker

We are looking for experienced, temporary cleaner/caretakers to work at a number of our high-end residential sites in the Birmingham area. The shifts would be cover for permanent site staff and are available on an ad hoc basis.

Days: Monday - Friday 7am - 3pm

Rate: £12.75ph

Responsibilities & Duties

Cleaning Responsibilities - Public and Residential Areas

Clean to a high standard all internal and external public/common areas, including:

o Cinema Room, Gym, Meeting Room, Post Room, Public Toilet Facilities

o Lift Lobbies, Lifts, Residential Corridors

Carry out the following tasks:

o Vacuum carpets and sweep/mop hard flooring

o Clean mirrors, pictures, glass, windows, doors, and entry panels

o Empty and replace waste bins

o Dust and wipe down furniture, ledges, skirting, paintwork, and balustrades

o Clean and disinfect sanitary fittings and fixtures in all public toilet facilities

o Clean lift interiors thoroughly (floors, buttons, ledges)

o Ensure entrance, hallway, and stairwell walls are clean and tidy

· Maintain cleanliness of communal areas at all times

· Ensure the gym area is clean and well maintained with regular checks on water supply, blue roll, and general servicing

· Report any defects, damage, or health & safety concerns to the Building Manager.

Caretaker Duties - Daily Operations and Building Maintenance

· Daily walk round of the development including visual fire door checks

· Weekly testing of Fire Alarm and Emergency Lighting systems, with fault reporting

· Check and maintain bin store daily:

o Sweep/clean the area

o Return bins to bin stores on designated collection days, with help from day concierge team

· Inspect common areas for hazards or obstructions and take remedial action

· Ensure all communal doors, fire exits, plant rooms and bin stores are secure

· Light maintenance work as required, including:

o Replacing light bulbs

o Light plumbing (e.g. bleeding radiators)

o Routine decorating/painting of communal areas

· Check operation of lifts and report faults

· Visual inspection of gutters, drains, and external areas

· Prepare and maintain inventory of tools, cleaning products, and consumables

· Keep Porters desk and site stores tidy and stocked

· Be alert to signs of vandalism, damage, or attempted break-ins and report accordingly

General Expectations

· Use only company-supplied cleaning materials in line with COSHH and Health & Safety guidelines

· Be courteous and professional at all times when dealing with residents, guests, and contractors

· Maintain a tidy and professional personal appearance while wearing company uniform and ID

· Remain flexible and responsive to additional duties or tasks as instructed by Property Management

Person Specification

· Honest and Reliable

· Team Player

· Works well under pressure

· Excellent Communication and Customer Service Skills

· Excellent Time Keeping

· Professional Appearance