Handyman

Path Recruitment; Harwell; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Pension scheme

24 days annual leave + bank holidays

Job summary

PATH Recruitment is sourcing a Handyman for a leading plant and accommodation hire company near Banbury, Oxfordshire. The role involves maintaining, repairing and preparing welfare accommodation units for hire, with overtime opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

You will perform general maintenance tasks, including plumbing repairs and heater replacements, and ensure units meet quality and safety standards while working with a supportive maintenance team.

Qualifications

• Practical maintenance, repair or DIY experience.
• Confidence using tools and completing general maintenance tasks.
• Experience with plumbing or heaters is advantageous.
• Proactive problem-solving with high workmanship standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out general maintenance and repairs to welfare accommodation units.
• Completing plumbing repairs and heater replacements.
• Preparing units for hire and ensuring cleanliness and safety.
• Working with an experienced supervisor and wider maintenance team.
• Occasional site-based maintenance tasks following procedures and safety.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Tool use

Problem solving

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Tools

Plumbing tools

Heater equipment

General hand tools

Job description

Handyman

Near Banbury, Oxfordshire | Full-time | Salary up to £37,000 + overtime and benefits

Join a leading plant and accommodation hire company near Banbury as a Handyman, with overtime, holiday allowance and career opportunities.

About Us

Our client is a respected business specialising in construction plant and portable accommodation hire. Known for reliable equipment and excellent customer service, they offer the opportunity to join an established team maintaining welfare units to high standards.

Key Benefits

• Salary up to £37,000, depending on experience.
• Overtime opportunities available.
• Up to 24 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme.
• Additional company benefits to be confirmed.

About the Role – Key Responsibilities

As a Handyman, you will maintain, repair and prepare welfare accommodation units for hire, ensuring they meet quality and safety standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out general maintenance and repairs to welfare accommodation units.
• Completing practical tasks, including plumbing repairs and heater replacements.
• Preparing units for hire and ensuring they are clean, safe and ready for customers.
• Working alongside an experienced supervisor and wider maintenance team.
• Carrying out occasional site-based maintenance tasks when required.Following company procedures and maintaining high standards of workmanship and safety.

About You – Skills & Experience

To succeed as a Handyman, you will have:

• Practical maintenance, repair or DIY experience.
• Confidence using tools and completing general maintenance tasks.
• Experience with plumbing, heaters or portable accommodation would be advantageous.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and completing work to a high standard.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and a commitment to safe working practices.

Alternative Job Titles

To be successful in this role, you may have worked as a:

• Maintenance Assistant
• Handyperson
• Multi-Trade Operative
• Maintenance Technician
• Accommodation Maintenance Technician
• Portable Building Fitter
• Cabin Fitter
• Facilities Maintenance Operative
• Welfare Unit Engineer
• Workshop Technician

The advertised salary is up to £37,000, depending on experience, with overtime opportunities and additional benefits. Total earnings will depend on the overtime available and any applicable bonus arrangements.

We encourage applications from all backgrounds and welcome candidates with relevant practical skills and experience.