Multi‑Skilled Operative (Handyman)
Salary: £30,000-£35,000
Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm
Locations: Croydon / South East London x 2
Reports to: Maintenance Manager
Full UK driving licence (0-3 points preferred, up to 6 considered)
Do you take pride in delivering quality maintenance work?
Do you want a role where you can make a real difference to people's lives every day?
About Us
We are a housing and property services provider supporting vulnerable individuals across the UK. Originally starting as a family-run agency, we have grown significantly and now operate a nationwide maintenance and management model. Our work is rooted in compassion, responsibility, and a commitment to improving quality of life for the people living in our homes.
The Role
We're seeking a reliable, multi-skilled operative to carry out repairs, decorating, void works, cleaning, and general maintenance across our London properties. You'll travel between sites, manage your workload via PDA (6-8 jobs per day), and ensure all work is completed safely and professionally. required to remove washing machines form properties and install new. a can-do attitude and be able to communicate well and explain competency clearly.
A full UK driving licence is essential.
Key Responsibilities
General repairs: fabric maintenance, basic plumbing, carpentry, tiling, and fault-finding
Painting & decorating (minor touch-ups to full redecoration)
Void/end‑of‑tenancy work including deep cleans and waste removal
Lock changes and security-related minor repairs
Furniture delivery, assembly, and installation of white goods
Occasional assistance with waste collection from vacated units
Manage routes and workload using a PDA
Attend emergency jobs when required
Maintain company vehicle (regular checks and monthly service meetings)
Work respectfully with vulnerable residents and maintain DBS transparencySkills & Experience
Experience in property maintenance or multi‑trade roles
Competent in carpentry, plumbing, decorating, tiling, and general repairs
Ability to assess and resolve issues independently
Strong communication skills and a compassionate approach
Good time management and ability to self-plan
Physically capable of manual handling and ladder work
Basic IT skills for logging jobs
Own tools
Full UK driving licence (0-3 points preferred, up to 6 considered)Desirable: Trade certifications (plastering, basic electrical, etc.)
Benefits
23 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising with service)
Long‑service rewards
Private health insurance
Birthday off + wellbeing day
Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
Increased pension contribution after 2 years
£500 referral bonus
Company-paid payday lunchDiversity & Inclusion
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, we're here to help.
If you meet most of the criteria but not all, please still apply