About Courtman & Co. Courtman & Co is a long-established and expanding property management company, specialising in the management and letting of lock-up garage sites across London and Southern England. Known for our straightforward approach and strong service standards, we offer a professional and supportive working environment for our team.
Purpose of the Role: We are looking to appoint a full-time Maintenance Operative to assist with the day-to-day repair and upkeep of our portfolio of garage sites. The successful candidate will carry out a broad range of general maintenance tasks across a defined territory (primarily covering Berkshire, Surrey, London, Hertfordshire, and surrounding counties), with support from our Head Office team.
This is a practical, field-based role, suitable for someone with general trade skills, a professional attitude, and a willingness to travel as required.
Key Responsibilities:
* Repair and maintenance of wooden garage doors, fascia boards, frames and fencing.
* Patching concrete and other minor surface repairs.
* Guttering and basic roof repair works.
* Removal of fly-tipped rubbish and general waste (some physical lifting required).
* Hedge trimming and vegetation control on garage sites.
* Lock changes, inspections, and basic garage door repairs.
* Weed control using appropriate treatments (training will be provided).
* Completing job reports with photographs and notes using a tablet-based system.
* Liaising with office and operations team to ensure clear scheduling and job follow-up.
Candidate Profile: Essential:
* Proven experience in general maintenance, trades, or property repair.
* Full UK driving licence.
* Ability to work independently and manage a daily job schedule.
* Comfortable using a smartphone or tablet to record and report job outcomes.
* Good communication skills, including occasional tenant or contractor liaison.
* Reliable, punctual, and takes pride in a job well done.
Desirable:
* Based near In surrounding areas of Reading, with good access to counties .
* Previous experience in a mobile maintenance or estates role.
* Familiarity with basic property safety practices (manual handling, PPE, etc.).
What We Offer:
* Company van (collected and brought back to HO each day).
* 21 days holiday + bank holidays.
* Pension scheme.
* Ongoing support from a well-established team.