Building Caretaker

Overview

Manage daily upkeep, safety, and resident services for a residential building.

Key Responsibilities

• cleaning
• legionella testing
• compliance testing
• maintenance reporting
• contractor oversight
• cctv monitoring

Tasks

-Carry out daily cleaning of communal areas, hallways, staircases, lifts, bin stores, and external areas. -Respond promptly to resident complaints and escalate issues to the Building Manager where necessary. -Conduct regular legionella water testing. -Carry out weekly and monthly compliance testing and record results. -Report and log maintenance issues to the Building Manager. -Assist in chasing rent arrears or utilities arrears where required. -Liaise with and oversee contractors working on-site to ensure works are completed safely and to standard. -Monitor CCTV for security concerns, fly-tipping, or suspicious activity. -Provide concierge-style assistance, including welcoming residents, handling queries, and supporting move-ins/move-outs. -Maintain high standards of hygiene and presentation throughout the building. -Always ensure compliance with health and safety procedures.

Requirements

• handyman
• painting
• health safety
• fire safety
• problem solving
• caretaker

What You Bring

Basic knowledge of health & safety, fire safety, and compliance (training will be provided). We are seeking a reliable and proactive Building Caretaker to take responsibility for the day-to-day care and smooth running of our residential building. The successful candidate ideally would possess handyman skills and will ensure that the property is clean, safe, well-maintained, and compliant, while also providing excellent service to residents. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively. Reliable, trustworthy, and resident-focused. Hands-on approach with problem-solving skills. Previous experience as caretaker, concierge, or facilities role preferred. -Competent Handyman and painting skills

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About Criterion Hospitality

-Breathes new life into overlooked urban buildings. -Reimagines prime city-centre locations into vibrant, guest-focused lifestyle hotels and serviced apartments. -Pioneers affordable, tech-driven, sleep-centric stays in key London hotspots like Piccadilly and Leicester Square. -Runs self-serviced apartments in Piccadilly Circus, combining contemporary living with full hospitality support. -Acquires and repurposes buildings under a growth-oriented expansion strategy.

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