Mobile Caretaker in Leeds

We have an opportunity for a Mobile Caretaker to join our team based in Leeds. As a Mobile Caretaker you will work as part of a small two‑person team within the Estates department. Estates cover waste removal, damp and mould treatment, grounds maintenance and cleaning. You will be expected to support the team in completing all aspects of these duties and collaborate with other teams for larger tasks. Training will be provided, but you must be willing to learn and apply knowledge independently and generate written and electronic reports.

Responsibilities

• Damp and mould treatment in properties; this includes identifying, treating and then redecorating the affected area.
• Waste removal from across all our sites, generally this will be fly‑tipped waste but may include emptying void properties.
• Gutter cleaning using an extendable vacuum system so all work is carried out from ground level.
• Working with other Estates teams where needed.
• Ensuring Health and Safety protocols are followed.
• Provide maintenance of tools and equipment in good condition and in line with policies and procedures.
• Use a smartphone to manage work, receive tasks and record work completed.
• Drive a company vehicle – must hold a full, valid UK driving licence.

Qualifications and Experience

• Knowledge of cleaning and caretaking, and an understanding of COSHH and Risk Assessments.
• Knowledge of how to use grounds machinery confidently and competently.
• Ability to use and update computerised systems (including PDA) for work scheduling.
• Working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation.
• Practical experience of carrying out risk assessments.

Inclusion and Company

We are a not‑for‑profit organisation that provides in‑house repairs and maintenance for a wide range of properties. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture and place customers at the heart of all we do. Please view more detail about working for our organisation and what we offer on our Sanctuary careers pages at http://www.sanctuary.co.uk/join-our-team.

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers\’ needs with fairness and empathy. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary\’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays.
• A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary.
• Life Assurance.
• Employee Advice Service including counselling.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Voluntary health plans.
• Employee discounts.
• Wellbeing support and tools.
• Employee recognition scheme.
• Employee Networks, with shared interests in inclusion and invaluable support to colleagues.
• £25,400 per annum (rising to £26,737 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance).