Caretaker - Our Cultural Heart

Job description

Caretaker - Our Cultural Heart

We adopt a 'name blind' approach to shortlisting. Recruiting managers will not have access to personal information, including your name and contact details, until a shortlisting decision has been made - please note that this also includes any CV uploaded. Equality monitoring information is not accessible by recruiting managers at any stage.

Organisation

Kirklees

Directorate

Place

Service Area

Development

Hours

37

Number of Jobs

2

Location(s)

Across Kirklees

Position type

Permanent

Grade

Grade 6

Salary

£27,274 - £29,071

Enhancements / additional payments details

Working 5 days out of 7 (7% rota enhancement)

Advert Wording

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Kirklees Council's Facilities Management Team as a Caretaker based at the newly Created Our Cultural Heart (OCH) development in Huddersfield.

Our Cultural Heart is one of the largest regeneration projects in Kirklees, creating a vibrant destination that brings together culture, community, events and public spaces. As a Caretaker, you will play a vital role in ensuring the campus remains safe, secure, welcoming and operational for residents, visitors, staff and partners.

No two days will be the same. From opening and securing buildings, supporting events and activities, carrying out statutory checks and minor repairs, to helping manage access across the OCH campus, you will be at the centre of the day-to-day operation of this landmark venue.
About the role

Working within Corporate Landlord's Facilities Management Team, you will be part of a small, dedicated team responsible for maintaining high standards across the OCH campus. You will work closely with colleagues from Culture and Visitor Economy and other council services to support a diverse programme of cultural, civic and community activities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Opening, locking and securing the OCH campus and associated facilities.
• Monitoring the site and responding to issues using CCTV and other security systems.
• Carrying out statutory compliance and health and safety checks.
• Undertaking minor repairs, maintenance and decoration works.
• Reporting and monitoring building repairs and maintenance issues.
• Setting up and dismantling rooms and event spaces to meet operational requirements.
• Supporting fire, evacuation, invacuation and lockdown procedures.
• Liaising with contractors, colleagues and building users to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Providing excellent customer service and maintaining a welcoming environment for all visitors.

What we are looking for

We are seeking a practical, adaptable and customer-focused individual who can work confidently both independently and as part of a team.

• Experience in a caretaking, facilities or building operations role.
• Practical DIY, repair and maintenance skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements and safe working practices.
• Good organisational and record-keeping skills.
• The ability to use IT systems and complete required documentation.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• A flexible approach to work, including participation in rota arrangements and occasional out-of-hours working.
• The ability to undertake the physical aspects of the role, including manual handling activities.

Emma Griff is the manager for this role, please contact them on 01484 221000 for an informal discussion, or if you need any more information.

This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level, please refer to the Job Description/Profile. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

We know there's a wealth of talent among people who have a disability and we encourage applications from people with all differing abilities. So, if you need any support completing an application form, or any other format for the application or Job Description please contact the Recruitment Team for help by email:or phone: 01484 221000 and ask for 'Recruitment'.

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Closing date

07 September 2026, 11:55 PM

Important Information

Job profile/description

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