Caretaker/Maintenance Operative


Company:	Meridian Business Support
Salary:	£18 to £18 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Redbridge, IG4 5LN
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	6 Oct 2026
Closing date:	4 Nov 2026

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Summary

Location: Redbridge IG4

Hours: 40 per week, 8am–5pm

Rate: £18.00 per hour (CIS self-employed, personal UTR)

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Are you an experienced Caretaker/Maintenance Operative looking to join a dynamic team where your skills will make a genuine difference?

We’re looking for a proactive, skilled Caretaker to help deliver excellent service standards across our contract.

Caretaker/Maintenance Operative duties include, but are not limited to:

- Completion of minor maintenance including, but not limited to, general minor maintenance repairs, minor carpentry including door maintenance, decorative repair including painting and decorating, plumbing including unblocking WC’s and drainage, lamp changing, and landscaping repair (soft and hard)

- Completion of inspections in support of resource operation to check adherence to appropriate standards and policy, including quarterly maintenance checks, repair/fault identification, cleaning standards, site security and general upkeep

- Responsible for supporting resources in running their day-to-day activities. Duties include, but are not limited to, room set-up including furniture moving, sweeping and cleaning of the outside of the resource, hanging pictures, building of furniture, portable radiator management, stores management, repairs management and reporting of accidents and incidents to relevant managers

- Liaison with contractors, ensuring Health & Safety protocols are adhered to and communication with resource/head office over issues

- Completion of any other supporting/maintenance duties required

Who are we looking for?

- Proven experience in a caretaker/maintenance operative role

- Strong understanding of Health & Safety and safe working practices.

- A proactive approach with the ability to anticipate, diagnose, and repair faults efficiently.

- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

- Customer service champion

What’s in it for you?

- Long-term job stability, with the opportunity of temporary to permanent employment for the right person

- CIS

- Weekly pay

- Occasional overtime opportunities

- Beautiful location

- Supportive team environment

- Free parking

- The satisfaction of providing a meaningful service

Please apply today to be contacted by one of our specialist consultants

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