Handyman

Stef & Philips Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A property maintenance company is seeking a skilled Handyman to join their Maintenance Department in Greater London. Responsibilities include performing repairs, painting, cleaning vacated properties, and assisting with rubbish collection. Candidates must have previous experience in property maintenance, strong communication skills, and a full clean driving license. The role offers several benefits including additional holiday days, private health insurance, and a referral scheme. This is an opportunity to contribute to maintaining safe and clean properties.

Benefits

23 days leave plus bank holidays

Private health insurance

Birthday off

Additional holiday for long service

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a handyman or in a property maintenance role.
• Ability to identify problems and resolve them independently.
• Physically fit; able to handle manual labor and use ladders.
• Full clean driving license is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform touch-ups and full interior/exterior painting.
• Carry out cleans of vacated units, including kitchens and bathrooms.
• Transport and install furniture to properties.
• Change or repair locks as needed.
• Handle general maintenance tasks.
• Prepare vacated units for re-letting.
• Assist with rubbish collection as required.
• Adhere to all safety procedures.

Skills

Basic carpentry

Plumbing

Tiling

Painting & Decorating

Time management

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

we currently have vacancies to cover either Croydon area/ or Ealing and Harrow area 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.

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.

Qualifications

• 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 licence 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 30 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.