Electrical / Plumbing Bias - Workplace Administrator

Tech People; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Tech People is seeking a proactive Workplace Administrator with an Electrical/Plumbing bias to cover a temporary period in London. You will support daily office operations, safety, and presentation, performing routine maintenance checks and addressing minor facilities issues to keep the environment safe and functional.

The role requires practical, hands-on organisation, the ability to work independently, and the skill to prioritise competing requests.

Qualifications

• Manual Handling Certification and practical experience safely moving boxes, paper stock, equipment and office furniture.
• Previous experience in facilities, workplace services, maintenance or building services.
• Strong health & safety awareness and ability to follow site procedures.

Responsibilities

• Carry out basic electrical maintenance and safety checks.
• Perform minor plumbing tasks and legionella-related duties.
• Manage daily walkthroughs, safety logs and hazard reporting.
• Support mailroom, logistics and office moves as required.
• Ensure a safe, tidy and well-presented workplace.

Skills

Manual Handling Certification

Facilities management

Health & Safety awareness

Independent working

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Electrical / Plumbing Bias - Workplace Administrator

Contract Dates: 14 September 2026 - 2 October 2026

Reason for Vacancy: Annual Leave Cover

Location: London, EC1M 6AL

Working Hours: 08:00am - 17:00pm 5 days a week

Pay: 19.19 per hour PAYE/ 25.00 per hour Umbrella

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and hands-on Workplace Administrator with an Electrical/Plumbing bias to provide temporary cover during annual leave. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operation, safety and presentation of the workplace, carrying out routine maintenance checks, responding to minor facilities issues and ensuring the office environment remains safe, functional and well maintained. The role requires someone who is practical, organised and able to work independently, while confidently prioritising competing maintenance and workplace requests.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Maintenance & Fault Finding

• Carry out basic low-voltage electrical maintenance safely and within the limits of your competency.
• Reset trip switches and replace fuses, bulbs and other basic components where appropriate.
• Undertake minor repairs to sockets and electrical equipment.
• Carry out Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) where suitably trained and authorised.
• Follow safe electrical isolation procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).
• Site requirement: Confirm whether formal 18th Edition and/or NVQ electrical certification is required.

Minor Plumbing & Fabric Repairs

• Carry out basic plumbing tasks, including unblocking drains and repairing leaking taps and valves.
• Inspect water heaters and identify/report faults.
• Complete routine water temperature checks and support Legionella control procedures in line with site requirements.
• Undertake minor fabric and general building repairs as required.

Handyman & General Maintenance

• Use hand and power tools safely and competently.
• Carry out light carpentry and minor wall repairs.
• Hang signage, adjust desks and furniture, and undertake general workplace repairs.
• Maintain a tidy, safe and professional working environment.

Daily Workplace Walkthroughs

• Conduct structured morning floor walks before staff arrive.
• Inspect:
  • Desks and workstations
  • Ergonomic setups
  • Printer and stationery points
  • Kitchen and coffee areas
  • General workplace condition
  • Emergency exits and access routes
• Identify and report hazards, defects or maintenance requirements.
• Ensure issues are logged and followed through to resolution where appropriate.

Health & Safety

• Maintain a good working knowledge of workplace Health & Safety requirements.
• Understand and apply COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) procedures.
• Complete routine emergency lighting checks as required.
• Identify, record and report workplace hazards promptly.
• Follow all relevant site procedures, risk assessments and safe systems of work.

Mailroom & Logistics

• Support day-to-day mailroom operations.
• Receive, sort and distribute incoming mail and deliveries.
• Assist with the movement and organisation of office supplies, equipment and furniture.
• Support general workplace logistics and ad-hoc facilities requests.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Manual Handling Certification and practical experience safely moving boxes, paper stock, equipment and office furniture.
• Previous experience in facilities, workplace services, maintenance, building services or a similar environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
• Comfortable switching between routine workplace checks and urgent reactive maintenance issues, such as a burst pipe or electrical fault.
• Proactive, self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and a practical, solutions-focused approach.
• Good communication and customer service skills.

Personal Attributes

• Practical and hands-on.
• Reliable and highly organised.
• Proactive rather than reactive.
• Safety-conscious.
• Comfortable working independently.
• Flexible and able to respond calmly to urgent issues.
• Professional and approachable when interacting with employees, contractors and visitors.