43 Housing Caretaker jobs in the United Kingdom

One of my local government clients are currently recruiting an experienced Housing Caretakeron a temporary basis. This is a 3-month minimum contract with the possibility of the role being extended further to work Monday to Friday 8:00am to 16:00pm.

Overview:

• A Hard working, conscientious and physically fit individual with experience of caretaking /cleaning in a professional environment to join our in house Caretaking team.
• You will be working with a small team of colleagues, cleaning internal and external communal areas of the council's housing stock. Sweeping, mopping, litter picking, dusting, removing bulk waste, sweeping car parks and service roads etc.
• You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all health and safety, fire safety and building safety regulations.
• A full clean UK Manual driving licence is essential.

If you are interested in this vacancy, please send your CV to Jahker Miah from Coyle Personnel Ltd.

A Hard working, conscientious and physically fit individual with experience of caretaking /cleaning in a professional environment to join our in house Caretaking team.

You will be working with a small team of colleagues, cleaning internal and external communal areas of the council's housing stock. Sweeping, mopping, litter picking, dusting, removing bulk waste, sweeping car parks and service roads etc.

You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all health and safety, fire safety and building safety regulations.

A full clean UK Manual driving licence is essential.

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We are looking to recruit an Estate Caretaker to work with one of our Housing Association clients based in Kings Cross. This role is for a reliable and physically fit Housing Caretaker to join the existing estates team. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining the internal and external communal areas of the council's housing stock.

Duties to include;

• To be a member of an estate-based caretaking and cleaning team, under the direction of the Estate Manager, which will keep the estate in a clean and tidy condition
• To carry out cleaning duties as instructed by the Estate Manager on a weekly basis, and to work to a weekly/monthly worksheet in relation to all internal areas, all green areas and all open/communal spaces on the estate.
• To assist in the arrangement of bulk refuse collections from the estate, including voids.
• To regularly inspect all parts of the estate for cleanliness, hazards, etc, and periodically check all service fittings located in communal areas, reporting defects to the Estate Manager.
• To monitor the use of playground equipment and immediately report any defects to the Estate Manager and make safe any hazards.

This role is 35 hours a week. Previous experience of providing caretaking and cleaning duties within a housing setting are essential.

A large Housing Association is looking for a Property Management Officer on a temporary basis for approximately 3 months with permanent opportunities.

Key responsibilities are as follows

As a Property Management Executive you will have the required authority, budget, skills and support to creatively address the housing needs of your residents. You will be the main point of contact for residents and will be personally accountable for delivering services to residents in a small area patch.

You will be responsible for managing service charge estimates, collecting rent and service charges, ordering and managing repairs, managing estate and dealing with any tenancy or neighbourhood issues that arise. Where appropriate you may work with external Managing Agents for the delivery of company standards. Your services will be delivered locally where possible.

You will meet residents annually to identify their priorities for the year. You will take ownership for getting the job done and keep residents updated on the progress.

Where issues arise that you cannot deal with directly, you will work on behalf of residents and with other stakeholders, engaging services inside and outside to ensure their needs are met. However, you will retain responsibility when other people are involved, making sure that they do what they agree to do

Hourly rate PAYE £20.84 and £27.56 Umbrella

Essential Requirements

Ideally looking for someone who has worked in property management
Excellent interpersonal skills and able to pick things up quickly
Excellent on Word & Excel
Must be immediately available or on short notice

Your new company
Hays are working with an established property management organisation in Milton Keynes who are looking for a dynamic Office Administrator / Sales Administrator to join a dynamic team where your organisational skills and proactive attitude will have a real impact. We are seeking a confident and detail-oriented individual to support our busy client. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working collaboratively with a professional team.

Your new role
Our client is a well-established property agency known for their commitment to client service and market expertise. The team is passionate about delivering results and maintaining high standards across all aspects of property management and sales.

Main Duties
As an office assistant, you'll be at the heart of the operation, supporting both administrative and client-facing tasks.
Responsibilities will include:

• Handling day-to-day enquiries and answering phones
• Taking applicant details and matching them to property enquiries
• Maintaining and updating databases, availability schedules, and property listings
• Preparing property details and coordinating mailings
• Liaising with solicitors to track legal progress on instructions
• Organising team meetings and managing calendars
• Scheduling appointments and marketing events
• Coordinating signage and ensuring property boards are erected

What you'll need to succeed
The ideal candidate for the position will have the following attributes, preferably from a property management environment:

• Comfortable and confident on the phone
• Organised, proactive, and detail-oriented
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Willing to accompany agents on viewings or open days if needed
• Ideally interested in developing within the admin side of a property agency
• Training and development opportunities will be provided, and we welcome candidates who are eager to grow in the role.

What you'll get in return
Competitive salary and benefits package
Monday to Friday - Office-Based
9-5:30 Monday to Thursday 9-5pm Fridays
Parking on site
Excellent facilities, including a coffee shop on site
Supportive team environment
Opportunities for training and development


What you need to do now
If you're organised, personable, and ready to take on a varied and rewarding role, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become a valued part of a growing team.
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Property Management Coordinator

We're seeking a Property Management Coordinator to support a leading commercial property management company operating in the UK's thriving science cluster. If you have a background in property management with an organised and proactive approach and a passion for supporting dynamic environments in cutting-edge scientific buildings - we have the career opportunity for you!

This isn't just about managing properties; it's about creating assets with bespoke research facilities where blue-chip science companies can innovate and flourish. Going beyond standard workspaces to deliver truly tailored working environments.

In this pivotal role, you'll be instrumental in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of facilities, providing essential support to a seasoned property management team. Looking after building assets across the UK.

What you'll do:

• Utility Management: Coordinate monthly recharges of utility services to customers, working closely with suppliers, site teams, and consultants.

• Supplier Relations: Set up new suppliers and manage key supplier relationships.

• Document Management: Upload relevant finance, health & safety documents, and Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) reports to applicable online portals.

• Operational Support: Review key dates and activities, ensuring timely instruction of relevant suppliers to complete actions.

• CAFM System Management: Oversee the general management and updating of our Computer-Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) systems.

• New Site Mobilization: Support the property management and mobilization teams in the setup of all new sites, with a particular focus on document management and handover phase from development.

• Financial Administration: Issue purchase orders through specialisedsystem and conduct regular audits of financial coding to ensure accuracy.

• Administrative Excellence: Provide comprehensive diary management, linking into supplier management and scheduling regular meetings with suppliers.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Attend tenant meetings to support accurate record-keeping.

What we're looking for:

• At least 12 months experience working inhouse Building management oraCommercial Property consultancy

• You're detail-oriented, methodical, and adept at managing multiple tasks simultaneously.

• A Proactive & Self-Motivated who takes initiative and anticipate needs, ensuring everything runs seamlessly.

• You can communicate clearly and effectively with suppliers, colleagues, and customers.

• Experience with property management software and CAFM systems is highly desirable.

• You're comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and adapting to evolving priorities. Visiting sites across the UK.

What's in it for you?

You'll be part of a forward-thinking company at the forefront of supporting scientific innovation in the UK. Offering a dynamic work environment where your contributions are valued, and you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact in future success. Providing excellent career opportunities as the business continues to grow.

Ready to apply?

If you're a highly organised Property professional looking for a challenging yet rewarding role in a unique sector, we'd love to hear from you!

Our client is an established companywith an extensive with an extensive portfolio of commercial and residential properties.

They are looking for an experiencedHead of Property Management to join their team.

Duties:

1. Team Leadership & Operational Oversight

Set and monitor SLAs for the team to ensure repairs and maintenance are carried out swiftly and effectively.

Weekly for estates/buildings with unsold residential or commercial interest

Monthly for freehold properties

Implement and maintain efficient processes for repair coordination, including proper referencing and instructions via our property management system.

Develop and maintain a vetted supplier database with standardized rates.

Train the back office team on handling complaints and managing remote repair coordination.

Ensure all tenant correspondence is standardized, professionally maintained, and properly archived.

2. Snagging & Handover Process

Prepare and distribute comprehensive handover packs for all new property purchasers.

Conduct pre- and post-snag inspections of new properties, liaising with contractors to ensure timely resolution of issues before handover.

Manage handovers to new property owners and commercial/residential tenants.

Maintain clear communication with purchasers during the snagging/handover period, using approved templates.

Monitor contract obligations and ensure all agreed works are completed.

Oversee snagging and handover of communal areas to managing agents.

3. Management of External Managing Agents

Liaise with managing agents to ensure all developments are maintained to a high standard and within budget.

Conduct regular property walkarounds to identify and address issues in common areas.

Escalate or arrange alternative solutions when managing agents fail to meet standards or timelines.

Collect feedback from commercial tenants regarding service levels and ensure concerns are addressed promptly.

Support the Asset Manager in ensuring managing agents comply with contractual obligations.

4. Property & Facilities Management

Oversee all maintenance and repair issues, ensuring clear communication with tenants and timely resolutions.

Implement standardized communications and documentation across the team.

Ensure all maintenance issues are logged and tracked through a central system.

Schedule and manage quarterly inspections and follow up on required remedial works.

Conduct monthly inspections for building condition and compliance, including photographic reporting and action planning.

Ensure all regulatory compliance (e.g., H&S, gas safety, fire regulations) is documented, scheduled, and certified.

Coordinate repair and refurbishment works at the start and end of tenancies, including commercial property dilapidation reports.

Manage logistics for vacant properties (e.g., mail collection, meter readings).

Oversee furnishing for new tenancies and ensure costs are tracked and recharged appropriately.

Ensure compliance for each tenancy and maintain organized documentation within property folders.

Monitor refurbishments and ensure projects are completed within agreed timeframes.

Maintain progress trackers with estimated and actual completion dates, aiming for at least 60% on-time delivery.

Ensure all properties are fully functional and presentable at all times.

5. Client Service & Reporting

Maintain accurate and up-to-date inventory reports.

Implement and improve strategies for client satisfaction and retention.

Provide weekly reports to the CEO on service performance and client feedback.

Ensure adherence to service level timelines:

Initial response: within 6 working hours

Solution provided: within 2 working days

Follow-up: within 7 working days

Reduce non-productive time by ensuring all documentation is easily accessible and up to date.

Ensure Property Managers conduct regular site visits:

Weekly for estates/buildings with unsold residential or commercial interest

Monthly for freehold properties

Implement and maintain efficient processes for repair coordination, including proper referencing and instructions via our property management system.

Develop and maintain a vetted supplier database with standardized rates.

Train the back office team on handling complaints and managing remote repair coordination.

Ensure all tenant correspondence is standardized, professionally maintained, and properly archived.

Does this sound like you?

If so please apply.

• Manage a portfolio of commercial properties (office, industrial, retail) on behalf of a range of private and institutional clients
• Carry out property inspections, ensure compliance with leases and statutory obligations
• Prepare and manage service charge budgets and reconciliations
• Liaise with tenants, landlords, and contractors on all day-to-day property matters
• Oversee and manage planned and reactive maintenance works
• Assist in the negotiation and management of leases, renewals, rent reviews, and dilapidations in collaboration with other team members or external advisors
• Provide accurate reporting to clients on asset performance and opportunities for added value
• Support the Directors with client relationship management and business development activity as needed

• Minimum 2+ years’ experience in commercial property management
• Ideally MRICS qualified (or working towards)
• Strong working knowledge of service charge processes, landlord & tenant legislation, and health & safety compliance
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a small team
• Excellent communication, organisation, and client-facing skills
• Proficient in property management software (e.g. TRAMPS, Horizon, or equivalent) and Microsoft Office
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel locally for site visits

• Competitive salary, based on experience
• Discretionary bonus
• Flexible, supportive working environment
• Direct exposure to clients and senior leadership
• Opportunity to take real ownership of a diverse property portfolio
• Career development within a growing, well-established consultancy

• Manage the delivery of property management services across a diverse, high-value commercial portfolio on behalf of a flagship client.
• Act as the primary point of contact for the client, ensuring service excellence and strategic alignment.
• Oversee all aspects of financial performance including service charge budgets, reporting, and cost control.
• Work collaboratively with internal departments (leasing, facilities, advisory) to ensure a joined-up, client-centric service.
• Lead, motivate, and support a small team, driving performance and ensuring compliance with best practices.
• Identify areas for continuous improvement and contribute to wider account development.

• MRICS qualified (or equivalent professional experience).
• Demonstrable experience managing commercial property portfolios – ideally within a consultancy or client-side role.
• Strong relationship management skills and proven ability to liaise at senior client level.
• Excellent understanding of service charge management and commercial property legislation.
• Confident communicator with leadership qualities and team management experience.
• Proactive, solution-oriented, and commercially aware.

• A leadership role within a prestigious and forward-thinking consultancy.
• Direct responsibility for a high-profile client relationship.
• Competitive base salary + bonus + full suite of corporate benefits.
• Career progression into senior leadership, asset management, or wider client strategy roles.
• Hybrid working flexibility and a supportive, high-performance culture.