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Handyman / General Maintenance Operative

Location: South Croydon, England Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent Salary: £25,000 – £30,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications Overtime: Paid at time and a half for hours worked outside standard working hours Travel: Company van and fuel card provided where applicable The Role We are looking for a reliable and multi-skilled Handyman / General Maintenance Operative to join a facilities and property maintenance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out a variety of general repairs, maintenance and remedial works across residential and commercial properties. You will help ensure properties are safe, well maintained and fully functional for occupants, tenants and site users. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with a broad range of practical maintenance skills who takes pride in completing work to a high standard. Key Responsibilities • Carry out general property repairs and maintenance works., • Undertake basic plumbing, carpentry, painting and minor electrical works., • Complete remedial and reactive maintenance tasks., • Assist with installations, furniture assembly and small refurbishment projects., • Carry out routine maintenance and basic safety checks., • Identify and report faults, defects and issues requiring specialist attention., • Maintain tools, equipment and work areas in a safe and organised condition., • Complete records of work undertaken and report completed jobs., • Work closely with tenants, site managers and other trades and contractors., • Follow all relevant health and safety procedures and site requirements., • Ensure work is completed efficiently, professionally and to a good standard. Essential Experience & Qualifications • Proven experience working in a handyman, maintenance or general property maintenance role., • Good practical knowledge of basic building trades, including plumbing, carpentry and electrical work., • Practical and confident approach to diagnosing and resolving general maintenance issues., • Good understanding of UK health and safety requirements., • Valid CSCS card, or willingness to obtain one., • Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload., • Full UK driving licence would be advantageous. Desirable • NVQ Level 2 in Maintenance Operations or an equivalent qualification., • Previous experience within property management, facilities management or a housing association., • Experience working across residential and/or commercial properties., • Confident use of handheld tools and maintenance equipment., • Good communication and customer service skills., • Strong timekeeping and reliability., • Professional and positive approach when dealing with tenants, customers and colleagues. Working Hours Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 Additional overtime and weekend work may be available and will be paid at an enhanced rate. Benefits • 28 days' holiday plus bank holidays., • Company van and fuel card where applicable., • Accommodation available if required., • Ongoing training and development., • Uniform and PPE provided., • Performance-related bonus where applicable., • Paid overtime at time and a half outside standard working hours. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who is practical, dependable and genuinely hands-on, with the ability to tackle a wide range of day-to-day maintenance issues. You should be comfortable working independently, dealing professionally with occupants and site teams, and taking ownership of jobs from start to completion. A flexible attitude and willingness to take on different types of maintenance work are essential.

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