District Caretaker
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 12, 2026.
District Caretaker
Temporary Contract
Job Details
Client: West Lancashire Borough Council
Service Area: Housing & Inclusion / District Caretaking / Facilities Services
Hours: 36 hours per week
Working Pattern: Site / mobile-based across the district
Start Date: 22 June 2026
Duration: 20 weeks
Location
Service Base:
Westgate
Skelmersdale
The order location is listed as remote, but the role is operational and based within the District Caretaking service.
Pay
PAYE Rate: £14.07 per hour
Job Overview
West Lancashire Borough Council is seeking 2 District Caretakers to join the District Caretaking service within Facilities Services.
The role will involve carrying out manual operational duties across the local area, helping to maintain clean, safe and well-presented estates, communal areas and external spaces.
The successful candidates will use a range of handheld plant and equipment, including weed sprayers, strimmers, hedge trimmers, blowers and jet washes. Candidates must also have a clear understanding of basic DIY, be able to follow instructions to a high standard, and be committed to health and safety procedures.
Important - Please Read Carefully
This is a hands-on manual role requiring experience in an operational, caretaking, grounds, estates, facilities or maintenance environment.
You must be comfortable using handheld plant and outdoor equipment, carrying out basic DIY tasks, and working to health and safety procedures.
A full driving licence is desirable.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out district caretaking duties across the local area
Use handheld plant and equipment safely
Operate weed sprayers, strimmers, hedge trimmers, blowers and jet washes
Carry out basic DIY and minor maintenance tasks
Maintain communal areas, external spaces and estate environments
Complete manual operational tasks as directed
Work as part of the District Caretaking / Facilities Services team
Ensure work is completed to a high standard
Follow health and safety policies and procedures
Report defects, hazards or issues as required
Support the delivery of a clean, safe and well-maintained local environment
Essential Experience & Skills
Experience working in a manual operational service
Experience using handheld plant, tools or outdoor equipment
Clear understanding of basic DIY
Ability to undertake tasks as directed
Ability to complete work to a high standard
Strong commitment to health and safety
Ability to follow policies and procedures
Practical, reliable and hands-on approach
Ability to work as part of a team
Good timekeeping and work ethic
Desirable
Full driving licence
Previous caretaking, grounds maintenance, facilities, estates or building maintenance experience
Experience using strimmers, hedge trimmers, blowers, jet washers or weed sprayers
Additional Information
This role is suitable for candidates with practical hands-on experience in caretaking, grounds maintenance, facilities, estates, housing maintenance or manual operational services.
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