Handyman

The Role

We are looking for a reliable and skilled Handyman to join our Maintenance Department, helping ensure that our properties remain safe, clean, and ready for occupancy. This is a hands-on role covering everything from minor repairs and painting to end-of-tenancy deep cleans and lock changes. You will be expected to drive to various sites across London, so a valid UK driving license is essential.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Painting & Decorating : Perform touch-ups as well as full interior / exterior painting to maintain property appearance.

Cleaning : Carry out cleans of vacated / void units, including kitchens, bathrooms, and communal areas.

Furniture Delivery & Assembly : Transport and install furniture and white goods to our properties within the Greater London area.

Lock Changes : Change or repair locks as needed

Basic Repairs : Handle general maintenance such as fixing doors, handles, tiling, minor carpentry and plumbing.

End-of-Tenancy Preparation : Prepare vacated units for re-letting, including waste removal and tagging tenant belongings.

Rubbish Collection Assistance : May be required to assist the rubbish collection team with removal, sorting, and disposal of waste materials from vacated units.

Health & Safety : Adhere to all safety procedures and company policies during all tasks.

Skills & Knowledge

Previous experience as a handyman or in a property maintenance role.

Proficiency in basic carpentry, plumbing, tiling, and decorating.

Ability to identify problems and resolve them independently.

Strong communication skills; polite and respectful with residents.

Good time management and ability to prioritise tasks.

Physically fit; able to handle manual labour, lifting, and use ladders.

Basic IT skills for reporting and logging work completed.

Full clean driving license is essential

Ideal but not Essential

Formal training or certifications in building maintenance trades (e.g., plastering, basic electrical work, etc.).

Benefits

23 days leave, plus bank holidays

Additional holiday days for long service – up to 28 days

Celebration of tenure

3 years £500

5 years £1000

10 years £5000

Private health insurance with Vitality

Birthday off

One well-being day off per year

Maternity / Paternity Pay

Pension schemes increase – after 2 years.

£500 referral scheme for staff who refer a new employee, paid upon passing probation.

Company payday lunch