Handyman

Job Description

Location: Greater London (home based with regional travel) Salary: £37,000 per annum Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per weekYour new companyA well established organisation with a growing high street and commercial estate across the UK and Ireland is continuing to expand its Facilities team. Due to ongoing growth and new site openings, they are now seeking an experienced Tradesperson to support multiple sites across London and the South of England.Your new roleAs a Tradesperson, you will be responsible for delivering high quality reactive and planned maintenance across a portfolio of sites. This is a mobile, home based role covering Greater London, with regular travel to sites and occasional travel outside the region.Key responsibilities include:

• Carrying out day to day maintenance and minor repair works across multiple trades
• Completing basic plumbing, joinery, painting, decorating, and general building repairs
• Repairing or replacing fixtures and fittings (e.g. doors, locks, hinges, shelving, signage)
• Undertaking minor electrical tasks where permitted (e.g. changing light fittings)
• Responding promptly to reactive maintenance requests
• Assisting with planned preventative maintenance tasks
• Identifying and reporting defects requiring specialist contractor attendance
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations and safe working practices
• Maintaining accurate records of completed works
• Keeping tools, stores, and work areas safe and tidy
• Providing professional and customer focused service at all times

What you'll need to succeedTo be considered for this role, you will have:

• Proven experience in a trade, caretaker, facilities, or maintenance role
• Strong practical knowledge across multiple trades (e.g. plumbing, joinery, decorating)
• Experience using hand tools and power tools safely
• Good understanding of health & safety practices
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong problem solving and organisational skills
• Good communication and customer service skills
• CSCS card
• Full UK driving licence
• Flexibility to travel regularly across London and occasionally further afield

Desirable (but not essential):

• Relevant trade qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 2 or equivalent)
• Facilities management, healthcare, housing, or education experience
• Basic electrical or plumbing certification
• Legionella or asbestos awareness training
• Experience using CAFM or maintenance systems
• Additional trade skills such as tiling, patch plastering, or basic flooring

What you'll get in return

• Permanent, stable employment
• Varied role covering diverse sites and tasks
• Opportunity to join a growing and established facilities team

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, please apply now or contact Hays for a confidential discussion.

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