General Maintenance Handyman/Woman – Blocks of Flats
Location: London & surrounding areas
Job Type: Full-time
Industry: Property Maintenance / Facilities Management
We are looking for a reliable, experienced and hands-on General Maintenance Handyman to join our growing property maintenance team.
We carry out maintenance works for property management companies, managing agents and residential blocks, so you will be working across a variety of sites and dealing with different maintenance requirements on a daily basis.
The Role
This is a varied role and would suit someone who is confident carrying out general maintenance and repairs without needing to be shown how to do every job.
Typical works may include:
- General repairs and maintenance within blocks of flats
- Repairs to communal areas, doors, walls, floors and ceilings
- Filling, patching and making good
- Painting and decorating
- Replacing fixtures and fittings
- Minor repairs to gates, fencing and communal areas
- Basic lock and door hardware repairs
- General remedial and reactive maintenance
- Identifying issues on site and reporting any additional works required
- Keeping work areas clean, tidy and safe
- Completing jobs to a professional standard
No two days will necessarily be the same, and you may attend multiple properties in one day, so good organisation and time management are essential.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for someone who:
- Has previous experience in general maintenance or property maintenance
- Is confident working independently
- Has a good range of their own tools
- Has a practical, can-do attitude
- Takes pride in the quality of their work
- Is reliable, punctual and professional
- Has good communication skills
- Is comfortable working in occupied residential buildings and communal areas
- Can identify problems and find practical solutions
- Has a full UK driving licence
A background in property maintenance, facilities management, building maintenance or a similar trade would be an advantage.
Additional trade skills such as plumbing, carpentry, decorating, locksmithing, roofing or electrical knowledge would be a bonus.
The Area
Our work covers a large area, including London and surrounding counties, so the successful candidate must be comfortable travelling between different sites.
You will be required to attend several jobs in a day, so a full UK driving licence is essential.
A company van can be provided for the right candidate, although having your own van would be an advantage.
What We Offer
- Full-time, long-term position
- Varied and interesting work
- Regular work across residential blocks and managed properties
- Company vehicle available for the right candidate
- Materials supplied
- Opportunity to develop your skills and take on additional responsibilities
- Friendly and supportive team
- Competitive rate of pay depending on experience
If you are a skilled, reliable and hardworking maintenance professional who enjoys variety and takes pride in getting the job done properly, we'd like to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV and a brief description of your maintenance experience.
Pay: £150.00-£180.00 per day
Benefits:
- Company events
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
