Caretaker

Days of Working: This position will be based at Oakfield School, Nottingham, working 1130 to 19:30 Monday to Friday.  Occasional flexibility is required due to school meetings but advanced notice will be given. Overtime is available but not guaranteed or compulsory. 

As a Caretaker at OCS, you will play a key role in ensuring that buildings and facilities are safe, well-maintained and operating efficiently. You will carry out a range of planned and reactive maintenance tasks, support compliance activities and help maintain a clean, safe and functional environment for all users.

This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone who enjoys practical work and takes pride in maintaining high standards across a site.

As part of your role, your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Monitor energy usage and provide regular meter readings
• Carry out routine checks of fire systems in line with planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules
• Complete monthly fire door checks to support safety compliance
• Identify and report repair and maintenance requirements via the helpdesk
• Undertake minor maintenance tasks, including:
  • Changing light bulbs, strips and fuses
  • Basic plumbing tasks such as unblocking drains
  • Minor joinery repairs
• Support the overall upkeep and safe operation of the building
• Ensure all tasks are completed in line with health & safety and compliance standards

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

• Right to Work in the UK and willingness to undergo a DBS check.
• Experience in a caretaking, maintenance or facilities environment
• A good understanding of basic maintenance tasks, building upkeep and basic DIY
• Awareness of health & safety and compliance requirements
• Ability to identify and respond to maintenance issues proactively
• Basic IT skills, including the use of helpdesk systems and mobile devices
• A practical, reliable and hands-on approach to work
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and helpdesk systems

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

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