Caretaker

About Crystal Valuers Limited

Crystal Valuers Limited, established in January 2000, is a Kenyan firm specializing in valuation, property management, and estate agency services. The company provides expert valuation of land, buildings, furniture, plant, and machinery to diverse clients while also managing, selling, and leasing properties across various market segments. The firm prioritizes professional integrity, accurate service delivery, and superior client care within a detail-oriented work environment.

Role Overview

The Caretaker position is a full-time, on-site role based in Nairobi, Kenya. The individual will be responsible for the routine upkeep and supervision of designated properties, ensuring the maintenance and functional condition of buildings and common areas. Duties include property monitoring, reporting maintenance needs, performing basic repairs, managing cleanliness, ensuring waste is disposed properly, and maintaining security standards such as controlled access and vigilance for unusual activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily care and maintenance tasks for assigned properties and surroundings.
• Monitor building conditions; alert property managers of maintenance issues promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness in shared areas and manage waste disposal effectively.
• Implement safety and security measures including regulating entry and noting irregular activities.
• Carry out minor repairs and check utilities to ensure tenant and visitor convenience.
• Communicate courteously with tenants, visitors, supervisors, and service providers.
• Demonstrate professionalism and reliability by adhering to instructions and helping property operations run smoothly.

Qualifications and Skills

• Proven skills in property care encompassing basic cleaning, maintenance, and upkeep.
• Ability to proactively identify facility issues and escalate concerns related to repair or security.
• Good communication abilities to interact effectively with various stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time management for prioritizing daily duties and following schedules.
• Reliability, honesty, and a commitment to property safety and order.
• Basic literacy and numeracy; prior experience in caretaker or groundskeeping roles preferred.
• Willingness to work full-time on-site with flexibility for occasional evening or weekend shifts.
• General knowledge of health, safety, and security standards in residential or commercial properties is desirable.

Additional Information

Applications must include a curriculum vitae and cover letter submitted via email with the subject line "Caretaker." The application deadline is 14th August 2026.