Job Description

We have an exciting Student accommodation scheme in Edinburgh managed by

Mezzino Student Living

and we are looking for a Caretaker to help look after the scheme.

Main responsibilities:

Reporting directly to the Property Manager, this is a very hands-on role for an all-round 'handy person'. The Caretaker will be responsible for the overall safety, presentation, cleanliness, and good repair of the premises and all residents during their working hours.

Duties will include:

Providing General Maintenance within the building and its grounds; To notify the Property Manager should a maintenance problem require further attention and/or external contractors; Ensure that a safe and secure environment for residents, staff and visitors is maintained; Undertake and complete weekly/monthly compliance tasks and record the results on our online system Ensuring that all resident requests are dealt with in a professional and efficient manner Responsible for the public areas to be kept clean & tidy both internal and external; Undertaking all tasks allocated by the Property Manager, the front desk team and company Facilities manager
The ideal candidate will have:

Previous experience in a maintenance department or working as a general handyperson, and also in site upkeep and cleaning; High personal standards; Basic computer skills; Excellent customer service skills, and the ability to communicate with both co-workers and our (mostly) young adult customers in a professional manner; Knowledge of maintenance trade(s) (e.g. basic carpentry, plumbing, electrics, painting) would be essential; Flexibility to work very occasional weekends / extra hours as needed.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 23,000.00-28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Gym membership
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Edinburgh EH7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Do you understand the salary bracket for this role?
Work Location: In person