We're Hiring: Caretaker – Maintenance
Rugeley Town Council | Part-Time | 18 hours/week
Are you practical, hands-on, and take pride in keeping spaces safe, functional, and welcoming? Rugeley Town Council is looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Caretaker – Maintenance to help us care for our buildings and facilities – including our theatre, council offices, and car parks.
About the Role:
You’ll be our go-to person for a range of tasks from plumbing and carpentry to general repairs and planned maintenance. Your work will help ensure our spaces are always in top condition for staff, visitors, and the wider community.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Minor repairs: plumbing, electrical, carpentry
- Routine checks: fire alarms, emergency lighting, water testing
- Theatre upkeep: lighting, seating, dressing rooms, stage areas
- Garden and car park maintenance: planting, cleaning, drainage
- Setting up seating and locking up after events
- Occasional bar duties
What We’re Looking For:
- A good level of general maintenance knowledge
- Someone who’s organised, proactive, and able to work independently
- Strong team spirit and good communication skills
- Physically able to lift (up to 25kg), climb ladders, and work indoors and outdoors
- Willingness to occasionally gain new qualifications relevant to the role
What You’ll Get:
- 23 days annual leave (plus extra with service)
- Bank holidays (flexible usage)
- 2 additional statutory council days off
- Up to 5% employer pension contributions via NEST
Join us and help maintain the spaces that support our community every day.
Apply by: 30th April 2025
Based in Rugeley
For more info or to apply, email: clerk@rugeleytowncouncil.gov.uk
To see job description please go to: https://rugeleytowncouncil.gov.uk/notices/caretaker-maintenance/
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £24,790.00-£25,183.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Application question(s):
- Interviews will be held on 26th August, would you be available if shortlisted?
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 13/08/2025
Reference ID: CT - Main