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Mobile Caretaker

Overview

Express Recruitment are proud to be working in partnership with a growing property management provider who are seeking a reliable and proactive Mobile Caretaker / Maintenance Operative to join their friendly team, based in Dartford and travelling around the local area.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on individual who enjoys variety and takes pride in maintaining high standards across residential developments. The role offers a competitive hourly rate of up to c£17.00 per hour (D.O.E), alongside a company vehicle, fuel card, and uniform. You’ll work Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm, travelling between sites across Essex and Kent.

The successful candidate will carry out caretaking, cleaning, compliance checks, and basic maintenance work to ensure each site is safe, clean, and well-presented.

Skills & Experience
  • Previous experience in caretaking, facilities, or general maintenance roles
  • Basic trade skills (plumbing, decorating, electrical, joinery etc.)
  • Full UK driving licence – company vehicle provided
  • Understanding of health & safety and compliance checks
  • Confident using smartphones or app-based systems for reporting
  • Reliable, organised, and able to work independently
  • Professional and approachable with a customer-focused attitude
Roles & Responsibilities
  • Carry out cleaning and caretaking duties across communal and external areas
  • Perform litter picking, sweeping, and waste management
  • Complete minor repairs such as fixing door handles, painting touch-ups, and replacing light bulbs
  • Undertake basic trade-related tasks (e.g. plumbing, decorating, joinery)
  • Conduct compliance checks including fire alarm testing, emergency lighting, and water temperature checks
  • Maintain accurate records through app-based reporting systems
  • Identify and report potential hazards or larger maintenance issues
  • Deliver excellent customer service to residents and property managers
About Express Recruitment
Express Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, “exceeding expectations every time” of over 267,000 candidates. We supply a diverse range of sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education and Voluntary organisations. Find all of our current vacancies on https://bit.ly/3IaEnI7 Not quite found the right role for you yet? Let us do the scrolling for you! Your search for a new role has never been so easy, just fill in our contact form on https://bit.ly/3NHa9NR or give us a call on 0115 924 0110 and we will do the rest for you.
Job Location
Dartford
Salary
c£33,000 D.O.E + company vehicle + benefits
Job Type and Hours
Full Time, Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm

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