Job Description

Caretaker/Handy-person (Ref: POS000682)


Hours and Pay

Salary

26,409 - 27,711 per annum

Salary Band

20,001 to 30,000

Post Type

Permanent

Hours Per Week

Full time


Job and Application details

Categories

Building Maintenance / Caretaking

Directorate

N/A

Published Date

23/04/2025

Closing Date

08/05/2025


Darlington Borough Council, Corporate Landlord team, are seeking to recruit a Caretaker/ Handy-Person, based in the Town Hall, to carry out all aspects of premises management and site security.



The successful candidate would work closely with the building occupiers to ensure the premises provide a clean, safe and secure working environment. You would ensure the buildings are heated and maintained to a satisfactory standard and ensure all firefighting equipment is regularly inspected and maintained. The role would require regular inspections of premises internally and externally and for the successful candidate to act as a point of contact for contractors.



You will have at least 3 years caretaking or relevant practical experience in building maintenance, heating, ventilating, electrical or similar work and a knowledge of Health and Safety legislation in relation to building maintenance. An ability to communicate both orally and in writing to a wide range of audiences and an ability to deal effectively with members of the public is essential.



For detailed information on this role, please refer to the Role Profile.



For a further informal discussion please contact Gary Bage, Service and Repairs Manager on 01325 406477.



The rewards for working at Darlington Borough Council go beyond the salary you will receive; we have numerous additional benefits such as:
32 days Annual Leave, plus Bank Holidays, with option to purchase additional Annual Leave (pro-rata for part time working) Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with option to make Additional Voluntary Contributions Flexible working Generous Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave schemes Staff equality forums Green Car Leasing Scheme Access to a wide range of training, learning and development Physiotherapy service Confidential counselling service Great wellbeing offer Cycle to Work Scheme Dolphin Centre Fit for Life Discounts Local and National retailer discounts Vivup employee benefit app and Lifestyle Savings Arriva Employee Travel Club

General Information for Applicants:

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If you are experiencing problems applying for this vacancy via North East Jobs, please contact the HR Team on 01325 403217 or HR@darlington.gov.uk , who will be happy to assist.