Overview
Caretaker - General Maintenance – Student Accommodation. We are hiring a part-time permanent Caretaker who will join our Roost team in Sheffield. The successful candidate will work 3 days per week between Friday, Saturday and Sunday (10:00–16:00).
Salary: £11,793.60 per annum. Hours: 18 hours per week, 3 days per week (Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 10:00–16:00).
Responsibilities
* Be the engine room of the property, responding to urgent maintenance issues with confidence and reporting issues swiftly if they cannot be fixed.
* Carry out maintenance tasks from small repairs to assisting third-party contractors during site visits and projects.
* Lead on compliance checks with a keen eye for detail and maintain precise reporting of issues and non-compliance.
* Undertake planned preventative maintenance and act as the site go-to for PPM queries.
* Manage the property’s bin store area and ensure contaminated waste is correctly disposed of.
* Escort, monitor, and assist contracted staff and engineers attending site; liaise with site managers on maintenance and project needs.
Requirements / Qualifications
* Experience in general maintenance or facilities support is desirable.
* Safe-use of equipment and ability to perform basic repairs, identify issues, and report appropriately.
* Willingness to collaborate with the team and adapt to a resident-focused environment.
* Ability to work evenings/weekends as specified and maintain high standards of safety and customer service.
About the Employer
Student Roost operates purpose-built student accommodation properties across the UK. The role emphasizes safety, resident care, and a collaborative team culture. We value initiative, reliability, and a service-minded approach to maintaining high-quality living environments for residents and staff.
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