Utoqqaat illuat in Nuuk is seeking an experienced caretaker to ensure the operation and maintenance of the care home. The job includes oversight of buildings, small purchases, repairs, and driving duties. The position requires a technical background, a driver's license, and experience in building maintenance. The working hours are 40 hours per week.
The upper house in Nuuk is looking for a caretaker to start as soon as possible or by agreement.
The nursing home Utoqqaat Illuat is one of Kommuneqarfik Sermersooq's elderly institutions and is located in the center of Nuuk.
The nursing home consists of 5 sections and has, among other things, separate sections reserved for those affected by dementia as well as citizens in respite care. Utoqqaat Illuat has 47 citizens distributed across 5 departments. Of these, 14 are respite care places. The dementia section Tungiu Ilorleq and silarleq consists of 20 citizens. The Ippat section consists of 8 citizens and 5 respite care citizens. Pillorissaavik consists of 9 respite care citizens and Katak consists of 5 citizens. In addition to the five departments, there is also an activity room, a laundry, a kitchen, and a caretaker function.
We are a residential institution, and therefore the care departments worked in 3 shifts.
The staff at Utoqqaat Illuat includes the following qualifications: health assistants, health helpers, nurses, and additionally, there are a number of unskilled workers. Office clerks as well as nutrition assistants and nutrition helpers.
The position reports to the Sous Chef of the establishment.
The values of the house are:
Presence, good cooperation, mutual respect, joy, loyalty, and good communication.
The values of the elderly are:
To be happy together, to respect each other, joy, no gossip is desired, and to be kind.
The content of the position:
We are looking for a caretaker – preferably experienced – to collaborate with residents and staff. You will partly be responsible for a number of tasks including:
· Ensure operation and maintenance of the nursing home.
· Supervise buildings, both inside and outside.
· Small purchases, ordering of goods, and repairs
· Be a driver when our driver is on vacation/sick.
· Fire instructor
· Responsible for major industrial procurements upon approval from management.
The tasks are solved in close collaboration with other employees and the manager.
We expect you to comply with quality standards and the Elderly Policy.
Our expectations of you are:
·Skilled in craftsmanship or other technical background
·That you have a driver's license
·Preferably experience with building maintenance and practical skills
·Honest and trustworthy
Flexible and loyal
·Service-minded
We offer:
A position with great opportunity to influence the content yourself.
·Working hours on weekdays from 8 AM to 4 PM and as needed on weekends.
·Good introduction to the house, colleagues, and your work area
Confidence that you can independently solve the various tasks associated with the position, as well as tasks related to the house.
·Responsibility within your competencies
Interdisciplinarity and exciting tasks and experiences together with residents and good colleagues
A workplace where respect, responsibility, and learning are the focus.
·Opportunity for personal and professional development
The working hours are 40 hours.
Criminal record:
This position is subject to the law requiring the collection of a criminal record. According to the law, employment can only begin once the municipality has received a criminal record. We must therefore point out that the start date can only be agreed upon once the municipality has received the criminal record from the police.
Salary and employment conditions:
Salary and employment conditions are in accordance with the applicable agreement between the Government of Greenland, according to the agreement/collective agreement in force at the time of appointment between the Government of Greenland and the relevant negotiating organization.
The employment will be subject to a 3-month probation period.
Housing:
No housing can be provided for the position.
Further information can be obtained from:
If the position interests you, feel free to contact us for further information about the position and associated tasks at:
Principal Kathrine Lerch-Amondsen tel. +299 36 61 31 or email: ks35kale@sermersooq.gl
Application:
Applications marked with Job no. 634-26, and attached educational certificates and documentation of previous employment, etc., must be uploaded before the deadline expires.
How to apply:
Applications must be submitted electronically via the link at the bottom of this page, where you can attach your application and CV.
Employer Details
Kommuneqarfik Sermersooq
Kuussuaq 2
3900 Nuuk , Grønland
Email: Ks35kale@sermersooq.gl
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Job Title
Caretaker
Job Type
Full Time
Application Deadline
Jul 27, 2026
Contact Person
Kathrine Lerch-Amondsen
Ks35kale@sermersooq.gl
+299 36 61 31
Job category
Trade and service /
Property Services
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