Maintenance Technician – Umega Home Repairs
Join the Umega Home Repairs Team!
Umega Home Repairs is growing, and we’re looking for a skilled and reliable Maintenance Technician to join our team in Edinburgh.
We look after a large portfolio of properties, helping our tenants and landlords keep their homes in tip-top condition. No two days are the same, and this role would suit someone who enjoys practical, hands-on work and is confident tackling a variety of maintenance jobs.
You could be repairing a leaking tap in the morning, assembling furniture in the afternoon, carrying out some basic joinery or decorating, and finishing the day with a few general repairs.
We’re looking for someone with a good all-round maintenance skill set who is resourceful, takes pride in their work and has a practical “let’s figure it out” attitude.
You'll be part of a friendly and supportive team, with everything you need to do the job properly, including a company van, tools, uniform and smartphone.
Typical jobs could include:
- General DIY and property maintenance
- Basic plumbing repairs
- Basic electrical maintenance
- Basic joinery and carpentry
- Furniture assembly and installation
- Basic painting and decorating, including touch-ups and making good
- Replacing fixtures, fittings and hardware
- Carrying out general repairs around properties
- Identifying issues and finding practical solutions
- Communicating with tenants and keeping them updated on work
- Working alongside our wider maintenance team to keep properties in great condition
What We’re Looking For:
- A solid DIY skill set and experience in property maintenance
- Experience with basic plumbing, electrical maintenance and joinery
- Basic painting and decorating skills
- Someone who is resourceful, proactive and able to think on their feet
- A customer-focused approach – communication is key when working in people's homes
- Someone who takes pride in their work and cares about the quality of the finish
- A team player who enjoys a varied and fast-paced working environment
- Good organisational skills and the ability to manage your own workload
- A willingness to learn and develop new skills
- Basic IT and smartphone/app skills
- A clean, full UK driving licence (essential)
What we can offer
We'll provide you with everything you need to carry out your role, including:
- Company van
- Tools and equipment
- Uniform
- Smartphone
- Monday to Friday working
- Full-time, permanent employment
- Additional leave
- Sick pay
- A supportive team environment
- A varied role where no two days are the same
How to Apply:
We don't just want a CV – we'd like to know a little bit about you and why you'd be a good fit for the team.
Please send us your CV and either a short covering letter or a short video recorded on your phone, telling us a bit about yourself, your experience and why this role interests you.
Send your CV and covering letter/video to Peter MacDonald – [email protected]
Job Details:
- Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
- Salary: £26,000 - £31,000 per year
- Experience: Minimum 2 years in maintenance (required)
- Location: Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh (preferred)
- Licence: Full UK Driving Licence (required)
- Benefits: Additional leave, sick pay
- Schedule: Monday to Friday
- Work Location: In person
Join Umega Home Repairs and be part of our exciting next chapter!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £26,000.00-£31,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
