The work can range from simple building maintenance to plumbing, painting, and gardening. As a handy person, it will be your job to carry out those repairs so having a broad range of craftsmanship and practical skills will prove useful when carrying out repairs or general maintenance on buildings. Some of your regular duties could include: · Changing light bulbs and ensuring other fixtures and fittings are in good working order, changing fuses, etc. · Minor plumbing and carpentry · Clearing or cleaning general areas · Shifting furniture or equipment · Assembling furniture or equipment · Garden/landscape installation and maintenance · Footpath maintenance · Painting and decorating · Clearing gutters · Maintaining property exterior through the different seasons SKILLS & EXPERIENCE: Basic numeracy and literacy skills are important as is an ability to read and understand instructions. · Ability to resolve problems and adhere to health and safety guidelines · Ability to deal with other contractors or maintenance workers · Being resourceful and self-motivated · Physically strong – capable of working with machinery or moving heavy equipment · Being flexible · Able to resolve complaints quickly and efficiently · Able to work as part of a team · Good communication skills