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  • Caretaker
    Caretaker
    hace 2 días
    £26500–£28500 anual
    Jornada completa
    London

    Job Purpose To provide a high-quality caretaking, cleaning and grounds-maintenance service for residents living on the estate. The postholder will help ensure that communal areas, estate grounds, facilities and equipment are clean, safe, secure and well maintained. The role also involves identifying and reporting repairs, supporting contractors working on the estate and maintaining positive working relationships with residents and colleagues. The duties listed below are not exhaustive. The postholder may be required to undertake other reasonable duties that support the effective and safe operation of the estate. Main Responsibilities Estate Cleaning and General Care • Ensure estate cleaning frequencies and standards are maintained as directed by the TMO / Estate Manager., • Clean and wash communal areas, including staircases, entrances and other shared spaces., • Clean communal windowsills, glass doors and other accessible communal surfaces., • Remove graffiti where appropriate and report more serious incidents to the Manager., • Carry out litter picking across estate grounds, grassed areas and shrub beds., • Sweep estate areas, pathways and other communal external spaces., • Grit pathways and other areas during icy or hazardous weather conditions., • Ensure estate roads, paths and communal areas are kept clean and free from avoidable hazards., • Undertake general internal upkeep of residential blocks. Grounds Maintenance • Maintain estate grounds to a good standard., • Cut grass and maintain lawned areas., • Tend to shrubs, hedges, flowerbeds and planted areas., • Clear leaves and other garden waste., • Keep external communal spaces tidy, safe and presentable. Repairs, Maintenance and Reporting • Identify and, where possible, address minor incidents of disrepair or breakdown., • Report repairs, damage and maintenance issues promptly to the Manager., • Take appropriate action in emergencies involving repairs or damage., • Maintain communal lighting where appropriate, including changing bulbs., • Report abandoned vehicles and illegal parking to the Manager., • Report any contractors or council operatives observed working on the estate where appropriate., • Keep appropriate records of significant incidents, including fire, burglary, flooding or other emergencies, using agreed systems such as the staff WhatsApp group. Security and Access • Lock and unlock gates and other designated estate access points., • Provide access to authorised contractors when required., • Hold and safeguard keys for communal cupboards, gates and other estate facilities., • Ensure keys are used responsibly and securely at all times. Contractor and Estate Support • Assist authorised external contractors while they are working on site when required., • Help ensure contractors are able to access relevant parts of the estate., • Report concerns relating to contractor activity to the Manager., • Remove lumber and bulky items to the designated estate lumber storage area where appropriate. Tools, Equipment and Stores • Take responsibility for estate stores, tools, plant and equipment used as part of the role., • Use equipment safely and appropriately., • Report damaged or defective equipment., • Keep storage and lock-up areas neat, tidy and free from hazardous materials. Resident and Team Working • Establish and maintain respectful and professional working relationships with residents., • Work cooperatively with colleagues as part of the estate management team., • Work independently when required., • Provide reasonable cover for colleagues when required and agreed with management., • Communicate concerns, incidents and relevant estate matters promptly to the Manager. Health, Safety and Compliance The postholder must: • Follow HLEMB’s health and safety procedures and safe working practices., • Comply with relevant COSHH requirements when handling cleaning products or other controlled substances., • Use personal protective equipment where required., • Report hazards, accidents, incidents and near misses., • Help maintain safe working and storage areas., • Follow HLEMB’s Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy in carrying out all duties and responsibilities., • Undertake appropriate training required for the role. Person Specification Essential Criteria Applicants must demonstrate: • Ability to successfully complete an Enhanced DBS check where required before taking up the post., • Commitment to HLEMB’s Equal Opportunities and Diversity policies., • Basic numeracy and literacy skills in English., • Good verbal communication skills., • Good timekeeping, reliability and punctuality., • Physical fitness appropriate to a role involving manual work and some heavy lifting., • Previous caretaking, estate services, cleaning, grounds-maintenance or similar practical experience., • Ability to identify and report repairs and matters of disrepair., • Ability to look after estate tools, equipment and keys responsibly., • Ability and willingness to work outdoors in a range of weather conditions., • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team., • Flexibility to provide reasonable cover when required., • Willingness to undertake relevant training and develop new skills., • A professional, responsible and honest approach., • Ability to understand basic technical or operational information., • Ability to use a mobile phone for work-related communication and reporting. Desirable Criteria It would be advantageous for applicants to have: • Knowledge of health and safety requirements relevant to caretaking, cleaning or grounds maintenance., • Previous experience of working with COSHH-controlled substances., • Experience of cooperative housing, social housing, resident management or a similar community-based environment., • General IT skills., • Ability to provide brief written reports outlining issues identified and action taken. Additional Requirements This job description provides an overview of the main duties associated with the post. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The postholder may be required to undertake other reasonable tasks that fall within the scope of the role and are necessary for the smooth, safe and effective operation of the estate.

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  • Night Porter
    Night Porter
    hace 8 días
    Jornada completa
    London

    Summary North Gate is a happy place to work and live; porters, caretakers, cleaners and security guards all make a significant contribution in creating this atmosphere. Reporting to the Head Porter, working closely with estate office, cleaner, caretaker, and back porter colleagues Night Porters provide a highly professional, smooth and seamless service to North Gate residents and their visitors. Porters should always be polite and respectful towards, colleagues, trades and delivery people and anyone else they encounter while performing their duties. Uniform should be clean and well pressed. RESPONSIBILITIES Reporting to the Head Porter, Night Porters work a 12-hour shift pattern, 4 days ON 4 days OFF of 8pm to 8am. • Arrive at North Gate shortly before shift start so you are ready to start work at 8pm, • Check porters’ lodge for any notices, • Get briefing from departing Duty Porters to enable a smooth transition, • Open block doors to residents and visitors, • Monitor Blocks 1 and 9 at least once an hour, check lifts and record visits on notice boards, • Ensure there is cover for blocks 1-4 and 5-9 and that one of you stays visible on the front drive, • Regulate parking on front drive to maximise space, • Keep contractor vehicles off front drive, • Help residents with shopping and luggage, • Accompany delivery people to block destination and ring delivery destination doorbells. Wait until delivery has been made. Take any undeliverable items to store and record on time sheet, • Check blocks, entrance halls, lifts and lift alarms are clean and working, that entrance doors and gates are opening and closing properly, • Talk to anyone wanting to access the site before letting them on, eg ask how can you help, where they are going and direct them to their destination, • Report trades people to Head Porter if they are working outside of allowed hours or not abiding by North Gate rules, • Distribute notices to blocks and residents as required by the Estate Office, • Keep paths and drives well gritted as and when necessary, • Sign flat keys in and out to people who have written permission to take them, using the record book in the Estate Office, • Follow the Night Schedule rota, • External and internal Lighting to be turned ON / OFF, • Full North Gate Uniform to be always worn, • Report any faults and issues as they arise, to Head Porter (or Deputy in the Head’s absence), • Call the Head Porter should anything unusual occur ASAP, or if he is unreachable, then the Deputy Head Porter, or finally the Estate Manager

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  • Building Porter/ Building Caretaker
    Building Porter/ Building Caretaker
    hace 2 meses
    £13.25 por hora
    Jornada parcial
    London

    Raglan International is a well-established and highly regarded property management company, known for delivering professional, reliable, and high-quality services across England. We take pride in maintaining our properties to an excellent standard and work closely with residents, contractors, landlords, and directors to ensure each building is safe, well-presented, and managed with care and attention to detail. We are currently looking for a Part-Time Porter/Building Caretaker to support the day-to-day operations of a residential building in Kensington. This is a key role in ensuring that the building remains clean, safe, secure, and well-presented at all times for residents and visitors. We are looking for someone who is reliable, punctual, proactive, and trustworthy, with a strong work ethic, good attention to detail, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Good communication skills and a friendly, approachable attitude are essential. Main duties include: • Carrying out regular inspections of all communal areas, including entrances, hallways, stairwells, lifts, bin stores, and external areas, to ensure they are clean, safe, and in good condition., • Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and presentation throughout the building, including light cleaning duties where required., • Monitoring the building's condition and promptly reporting any maintenance issues, repairs, damage, leaks, or health and safety concerns to the property management team., • Ensuring fire exits, corridors, and communal walkways are kept clear at all times and comply with safety regulations., • Managing refuse and recycling areas, including moving bins for collection, keeping bin stores tidy, and ensuring waste is disposed of correctly., • Providing access to contractors and supervising works where necessary to ensure they are carried out safely and efficiently., • Assisting with deliveries and ensuring parcels are handled appropriately where required., • Acting as a point of contact for residents, responding to queries in a polite, professional, and helpful manner., • Promptly reporting any incidents, security concerns, or unusual activity to management., • Supporting the building's overall upkeep, safety, and smooth operation on a daily basis. This role would suit someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys maintaining a clean, safe, and well-managed residential environment. Checks: CRB check required before starting

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