Caretaker / General Operative

About the Role

Vardis Cleaning provides cleaning, caretaking, and property support services throughout Dublin. The company is focused on maintaining exceptional standards and ensuring residential and visitor spaces remain clean, safe, and welcoming.

An opportunity is available for a dependable, proactive Caretaker / General Operative to work at Claremont, a premium residential development in Dublin. The role suits someone who takes pride in high-quality upkeep, works well in a community setting, and enjoys hands-on operational responsibility.

Role Summary

This position is central to the daily appearance, upkeep, and smooth running of the development. The person in post will help keep shared spaces in excellent condition, handle site-related issues as they arise, and interact with residents in a professional, service-oriented manner.

Key Responsibilities

• Keep all shared and communal spaces clean, tidy, and presentable.
• Complete regular site checks and flag any faults or concerns discovered.
• Handle small repair and maintenance tasks where suitable.
• Monitor compliance with health and safety expectations across the property.
• Oversee rubbish handling and recycling areas.
• Work courteously with residents, contractors, and management representatives.
• Escalate repair needs, damage, and safety concerns without delay.
• Help maintain a secure, safe, and welcoming environment at all times.
• Support on-site operations and assist visiting contractors when needed.
• Take responsibility for the overall look and condition of the development.

Requirements

• Experience in caretaking, maintenance, facilities, or a similar field is preferred.
• Practical ability to complete minor maintenance work.
• Strong eye for detail and presentation.
• Reliable, professional, and self-driven work style.
• Good communication and customer-facing skills.
• Comfortable working alone and using initiative.
• Sound understanding of health and safety practices.
• Legal permission to work in Ireland.

Working Hours

The role is for 40 hours per week.

Salary & Benefits

Compensation is €35,000 per year.

• Uniform and PPE are supplied by the company.
• Training and development are provided on an ongoing basis.
• You will join a supportive team environment.
• The role offers exposure to a premium residential development.
• There are progression opportunities within Vardis Cleaning.

Why Join

This role is ideal for someone who sees caretaking as more than routine maintenance and wants to act as a trusted representative for the development they support. It is a good fit for a person who enjoys problem-solving, building positive relationships with residents, and taking ownership of safety, presentation, and daily operations.

The company is looking for someone who notices detail, steps in proactively, and consistently works to a high service standard.