Handyman

Calibre; Reading; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Handyman (Fabric & Plumbing Engineer) for maintenance duties across multiple sites. The role involves executing repairs, managing supplies, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in plumbing and maintenance, with a focus on quality service delivery. This position offers a competitive salary, travel time compensation, and opportunities for overtime.

Benefits

Company van

Fuel card

23 days holiday + banks

Overtime available

£100 retainer for standby

Qualifications

• Experience in fabric and plumbing repairs.
• Ability to execute maintenance tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance tasks to meet company standards.
• Respond to service requests and maintain stock levels.

Skills

Maintenance

Plumbing

Health & Safety

Documentation

Tools

Company Vehicle

Job description

Job Title: Handyman (Handyperson Fabric & Plumbing Engineer)

Ideal candidate location: Reading or surrounding areas.

This role will involve significant travel including local and surrounding areas along the M4 as far as Slough, Oxford, Bristol and into London.

Package And Benefits

Basic salary: £15/hr £31200 annual

Mon - Fri 40 hours

Travel time paid door to door

Overtime available

£100 retainer for standby (1 in 5 call out)

23 days holiday + banks (rises with length of service)

Company van + fuel card (can opt into private use)

Overview

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Handyman (Fabric & Plumbing Engineer). This role will involve regular maintenance duties across multiple sites, with an emphasis on high-quality fabric and plumbing repairs. The successful candidate will be working closely with a team of engineers, supervisors, and the administration team, with regular face-to-face interactions with clients.

Job Duties

• Execute a wide range of maintenance and repair tasks, with a focus on fabric and plumbing.
• General Maintenance tasks (wall repairs, laying carpet tiles, replacing bulbs, ceiling tiles, cleaning traps)
• Basic plumbing (replacing taps, TMVs, etc.)
• Basic electrical (wiring in replacement appliances) - company will put candidates through an electrical competency for this if required
• Compliance tasks (tap temps, EL flick tests, etc)
• Safely operate and maintain a company-provided vehicle, following company policies.
• Stay up-to-date on industry standards and job-specific skills to ensure high-quality service delivery.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Maintenance & Repairs: Carry out all assigned maintenance tasks to meet the company's standard and deadlines.
• Supplies Management: Keep the company vehicle stocked with necessary tools and supplies to ensure efficiency.
• Service Support: Respond to service and maintenance requests through the helpdesk and adhere to the company call-out rota.
• Documentation & Reporting: Use the in-house electronic system to complete and submit all job-related paperwork and expenses.
• Stock Control: Maintain appropriate stock levels for project continuity and ensure receipt documentation for all requisitioned materials.
• Vehicle Care: Drive responsibly, keep the vehicle clean, schedule regular maintenance, and report any incidents immediately.
• Training & Compliance: Attend training courses as needed to meet statutory requirements and keep up with industry best practices.
  
  

Health & Safety

The successful candidate must adhere to all company and client Health & Safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.

Quality Assurance

Our client follows BS EN ISO 9001:2008 standards. The Fabric & Plumbing Engineer will ensure all work aligns with the company's standard operating procedures and quality expectations.

Additional Information

This role requires significant travel, with an estimated annual mileage of approximately 30,000 miles. Occasional overnight stays may be required to meet project demands.

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