Handyperson – Resident (Trades & Labour)
Location: Argyle House, Edinburgh, EH3 9DR
Pay Rate: £14.57 per hour (PAYE)
Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent (for the right candidate)
Vacancy Details
- Job Category: Trades & Labour
- Job Type: Temporary
- Positions Available: 2
- Start Date: 15 June 2026
- End Date: 6 September 2026
- Working Hours: 08:00 – 17:00
- Hours per Week: 40
- Working Pattern: Monday – Friday (flexibility required, with occasional out-of-hours work)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and reliable Resident Handyperson to join our Facilities Management team based at Argyle House, Edinburgh. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled maintenance professional looking for a long-term opportunity, with the potential of a permanent position for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance tasks.
- Perform fault finding, diagnosis, repairs, and general building maintenance.
- Complete maintenance records accurately using PDA and CAFM systems.
- Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and plant faults.
- Identify defects, failures, and improvement opportunities across the site.
- Ensure all works are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with company procedures.
- Conduct Point of Work Risk Assessments (POWRA) before commencing work.
- Complete Method Statements and Risk Assessments as required.
- Maintain plant rooms and work areas in a clean and tidy condition.
- Supervise contractors and subcontractors undertaking works on site.
- Escort contractors and provide access when required.
- Monitor heating oil levels and arrange ordering when necessary.
- Support contractor inductions and permit-to-work processes.
- Ensure compliance with contractual KPIs and SLAs.
- Participate in an out-of-hours standby/call-out rota.
- Undertake additional maintenance duties as reasonably requested by management.
Essential Requirements
- Minimum 5 years' experience within Facilities Management, Building Maintenance, or a similar environment.
- Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
- Experience carrying out general maintenance and repair works.
- Full clean UK driving licence.
- Good IT skills and experience using electronic reporting systems.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Self-motivated with a proactive approach to work.
- Physically fit and capable of carrying out maintenance duties.
- Fluent in spoken and written English.
- Flexible approach and willingness to participate in an on-call rota.
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
- Facilities Management experience.
- Health & Safety knowledge.
- Legionella Awareness certification.
- Asbestos Awareness certification.
- MEWP Licence.
- First Aid qualification.
Training can be provided for the right candidate where required.
What We're Looking For
The successful candidate will be:
- Enthusiastic and willing to learn.
- Hardworking and dependable.
- Professional in appearance and attitude.
- A strong team player.
- Adaptable and flexible.
- Cost-conscious and focused on delivering excellent service.
- Comfortable working with clients, contractors, and colleagues at all levels.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to contribute ideas and improvements.
- Delivers high standards of work.
- Commitment to personal development.
- Financial awareness and cost consciousness.
- Excellent planning and organisational skills.
What We Offer
- £14.57 per hour PAYE.
- Temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate.
- Ongoing training and development.
- Stable 40-hour working week.
- Supportive working environment.
- Opportunities for career progression.
Please call Kaua 07938605728 or James 07711932197
Pay: £14.57 per hour
Work Location: In person
