The Role
We are looking for a reliable and skilled Handyman to join our Maintenance Department, helping ensure that our properties remain safe, clean, and ready for occupancy. This is a hands-on role covering everything from minor repairs and painting to end-of-tenancy deep cleans and lock changes. You will be expected to drive to various sites across London, so a valid UK driving license is essential.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
* Painting & Decorating: Perform touch-ups as well as full interior/exterior painting to maintain property appearance.
* Cleaning: Carry out cleans of vacated/void units, including kitchens, bathrooms, and communal areas.
* Furniture Delivery & Assembly: Transport and install furniture and white goods to our properties within the Greater London area.
* Lock Changes: Change or repair locks as needed
* Basic Repairs: Handle general maintenance such as fixing doors, handles, tiling, minor carpentry and plumbing.
* End-of-Tenancy Preparation: Prepare vacated units for re-letting, including waste removal and tagging tenant belongings.
* Rubbish Collection Assistance: May be required to assist the rubbish collection team with removal, sorting, and disposal of waste materials from vacated units.
* Health & Safety: Adhere to all safety procedures and company policies during all tasks.
Skills & Knowledge
* Previous experience as a handyman or in a property maintenance role.
* Proficiency in basic carpentry, plumbing, tiling, and decorating.
* Ability to identify problems and resolve them independently.
* Strong communication skills; polite and respectful with residents.
* Good time management and ability to prioritise tasks.
* Physically fit; able to handle manual labour, lifting, and use ladders.
* Basic IT skills for reporting and logging work completed.
* Full clean driving license is essential
Ideal but not Essential
* Formal training or certifications in building maintenance trades (e.g., plastering, basic electrical work, etc.).
Benefits
* 23 days leave, plus bank holidays
* Additional holiday days for long service – up to 28 days
* Celebration of tenure
o 3 years £500
o 5 years £1000
o 10 years £5000
* Private health insurance with Vitality
* Birthday off
* One well-being day off per year
* Maternity/Paternity Pay
* Pension schemes increase – after 2 years.
* £500 referral scheme for staff who refer a new employee, paid upon passing probation.
* Company payday lunch
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