Housing & Facility Caretaker

Closing date: Open until filled

Starting date: As soon as possible

Working hours: 40 hours per week

Indication of Gross Monthly Salary (1 FTE): €2,500 - €2,900

Location: Apeldoorn Campus

Do you have a passion for maintaining living spaces and keeping facilities in top condition? We are looking for a dedicated Housing & Facility Caretaker to take care of our student accommodations and school facilities, ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our students and staff.

As a Housing & Facility Caretaker, you will be the one of the first points of contact for housing-related matters. You will work closely with our Housing & Front Desk team, ensuring that student accommodations and school buildings are well-maintained. This role requires a hands-on approach, from minor repairs to cleaning checks and supporting new students as they settle in.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the maintenance and upkeep of student accommodations and school facilities.
  • Conduct basic cleaning and room preparation before new student arrivals, including making beds.
  • Handle student check-ins and check-outs.
  • Perform room inspections during student check-outs, ensuring cleanliness and order.
  • Assist in student relocations between accommodations as per the move plan.
  • Handle minor repairs, such as changing light bulbs and fixing cupboard shelves.
  • Conduct regular maintenance checks (e.g., sinks, drainage) and take preventive actions.
  • Ensure the cleanliness of common areas according to the cleaning schedule.
  • Report facility issues and support decision-making on necessary maintenance.
  • Handle small purchases for maintenance materials and supplies.
  • Carry out minor gardening tasks when required.
  • Manage waste disposal by moving large bins to the street at designated locations on a weekly basis.
  • Pick up new arrivals from Apeldoorn train station and escort them to their accommodation.

Requirements

  • Kind, caring, and independent with a proactive attitude.
  • Reliable, systematic, and well-organised.
  • Handy and capable of carrying out small repairs.
  • Willing to assist with cleaning and other hands-on tasks.
  • Basic English communication skills.
  • Residing in the Netherlands, preferably near Apeldoorn.
  • Eligible to work in the Netherlands.
  • Possesses a valid driving licence and is able to drive the Wittenborg van.

What We Offer

  • Regular working hours (08:30-17:00).
  • Provided work clothing and necessary accessories.
  • Travel cost compensation as per Wittenborg's travel policy.
  • Collective pension scheme from day one.

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV with complete contact details to hrm@wittenborg.eu, using the subject line: "Application for Housing & Facility Caretaker".

We look forward to receiving your application!