Caretaker

Role overview

ABM UK is hiring a Caretaker for its site at Yate Shopping Centre in Yate, England. This is a full-time, on-site position working 35 hours per week on a shift pattern to be confirmed. The pay is competitive.

The role is hands-on and physically active. It requires someone who is comfortable working outdoors throughout the year in a busy shopping centre environment. Candidates should also be prepared to handle a wide variety of caretaking and cleaning tasks across both internal and external areas.

If you need any support or adjustments during the hiring process, you can contact the Recruitment Department at recruitment@abm.com.

What you will do

• Carry out routine caretaker duties, including litter collection, cleaning public toilets, and keeping service yards tidy.
• Clean indoor and outdoor areas through sweeping, mopping, and pressure washing.
• Keep public washrooms and tenant communal spaces clean and presentable.
• Patrol the shopping centre regularly, empty public bins, and sort general waste and recyclables correctly.
• Respond quickly and appropriately to ad hoc caretaker requests.
• Support the maintenance team with tasks such as steam cleaning, gutter cleaning, weeding, moss removal, painting, and event setup or takedown.
• Work in line with cleaning schedules and site procedures.
• Replenish cleaning materials when needed.
• Report faulty or damaged cleaning equipment to management without delay.
• Follow health and safety rules at all times.

What ABM is looking for

• Willingness and ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions across the year.
• Previous experience in a cleaning operative role or a similar position.
• Safe handling knowledge for cleaning tools, machinery, and chemicals.
• Practical understanding of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment.
• Strong eye for detail.
• Good organisation and time management.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• 24/7 GP access for you and your immediate family through a UK-based doctor service from home.
• Mental health support and counselling for life events.
• Get Fit Programme.
• Financial and legal support.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Access to an employee perks platform with discounts, gift cards, cashback, and exclusive offers.
• Access to wellbeing, family, money, and work resources through the employee app.
• Urgent support via online chat or telephone during a crisis.

About ABM

ABM is a global provider of integrated facility, engineering, and infrastructure services. Its teams deliver essential services that help create cleaner, safer, and more efficient spaces for clients and occupants. The company operates across sectors such as commercial real estate, aviation, mission critical, manufacturing, and distribution, and continues to invest in smarter and more sustainable solutions.

Equal opportunity statement

ABM says it is committed to fair employment practices and welcomes applications regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion, or belief. The company is also a proud member of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme.