Estate Caretaker – Part Time – Surbiton – £13,218 Per Annum

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an Estate Caretaker to join a prestigious residential estate in Surbiton.

This is a part-time permanent position, working 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday. You will work 4 hours per day, with your daily working hours agreed between 8.00am and 4.00pm, offering flexibility to suit both the successful candidate and the needs of the estate.

The salary for this role is £13,218 per annum (£12.71 per hour).

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a well-managed residential estate where you will play an important role in maintaining the appearance, cleanliness, safety, and smooth day-to-day operation of the communal areas.

This role may also suit candidates who have previously worked as an Estate Operative, Grounds Caretaker, Site Caretaker, Facilities Assistant, Concierge, or within a similar estate or property maintenance role.

Working independently, you will liaise closely with the Managing Agent, support contractors, monitor the estate, and ensure residents enjoy a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.

Key Responsibilities

Daily Duties

• Remove litter from roads, pathways, communal areas, and flower beds
• Monitor the estate for graffiti, vandalism, or damage and report issues promptly
• Remove chalk markings from communal pavements where required
• Issue parking warning notices and maintain accurate records
• Report persistent parking issues to the Managing Agent
• Ensure communal areas remain free from dog waste
• Monitor refuse and recycling areas, ensuring waste is disposed of correctly
• Report breaches of estate regulations, including unauthorised works or signage

Estate Maintenance

• Sweep pathways and return gravel to designated areas
• Clear leaves and debris from roads, gutters, and pathways using estate equipment
• Carry out light grounds maintenance including watering, weeding, and tidying flower beds
• Check estate facilities including lighting, gates, pumps, and fountains, reporting faults where required
• Spread grit or salt during icy weather
• Deliver newsletters and resident communications
• Read estate meters and maintain accurate records

Apartment Areas

• Inspect communal hallways and underground parking areas
• Report defects, leaks, damage, or health and safety concerns
• Keep communal bin stores clean and tidy
• Replace light bulbs in communal areas where required
• Assist contractors by providing access to communal facilities
• Help maintain safe and tidy communal areas throughout the estate

Requirements

• Previous experience as an Estate Caretaker, Grounds Caretaker, Estate Operative, Facilities Assistant, Concierge, Property Maintenance Operative, or within a similar role preferred
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Reliable, trustworthy, and professional
• Basic understanding of health and safety
• Physically able to carry out manual duties

Skills and Qualities

• Positive and proactive attitude
• Excellent organisational skills
• Reliable and punctual
• Strong attention to detail
• Good problem-solving ability
• Pride in maintaining high standards
• Ability to build positive relationships with residents, contractors, and the Managing Agent

What’s On Offer

• Salary of £13,218 per annum (£12.71 per hour)
• Permanent part-time position
• 20 hours per week
• Fixed working pattern of 4 hours per day, Monday to Friday
• Flexibility to agree your daily working hours between 8.00am and 4.00pm
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro rata)
• Company pension scheme
• Uniform and PPE provided
• Employee Assistance Programme
• On-site parking
• Team and company events
• Opportunity to work on a prestigious residential estate 

Working Hours

Monday to Friday
20 hours per week
4 hours per day
Working hours to be agreed between 8.00am and 4.00pm

How to Apply

This role is being recruited by Halmer Group on behalf of our client. To be considered, please submit your CV outlining your experience and suitability for this Estate Caretaker position. All applications will be treated in strict confidence.

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