General Maintenance & Facilities Technician (Flexible Hours)

North Devon; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension scheme

Job summary

North Devon Council's Property Team is seeking a reliable general maintenance person to provide efficient, practical maintenance and facilities support across residential and commercial properties, land and engineering assets. The role ensures buildings and land are safe, compliant and well maintained for tenants, residents and stakeholders.

Your responsibilities include carrying out general maintenance tasks, inspections, safety checks and minor repairs, supporting building operations, and

Qualifications

• Experience in general maintenance or handyman duties within property, housing, or facilities environment.
• Good understanding of safe working practices, manual handling, and working at height.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and minor repair tasks (decorating, plumbing, carpentry, tiling, small external works).
• Undertake routine property and land inspections, safety checks, and minor defect repairs; escalate as needed.
• Support operation of residential and commercial buildings and land, including facilities tasks and office moves.
• Monitor contractor-delivered services (cleaning, grounds maintenance) and ensure standards are met.
• Provide on-site support for contractors, tenants, residents and colleagues in a professional manner.
• Dispose of waste or items left in properties and maintain safe handling and procedures.
• Maintain tools and PPE in safe working condition and use IT systems to log work.

Skills

General maintenance

Handyman duties

Manual handling

Full UK driving licence

Job description

North Devon Council's Property Team is seeking a reliable general maintenance person to provide efficient, practical maintenance and facilities support across residential and commercial properties, land and engineering assets. The role ensures buildings and land are safe, compliant and well maintained for tenants, residents and stakeholders.

Your responsibilities include carrying out general maintenance tasks, inspections, safety checks and minor repairs, supporting building operations, and