Handyman

Niyaa People; Wigan; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Job summary

Niyaa People is seeking a hands-on Handyman to start ASAP, working across properties in the Wigan Borough. The role includes carrying out mould washing and various repairs, with a company vehicle provided.

You will identify maintenance issues, complete repairs to a high standard, and record work using simple forms and photos. A driving licence is required to travel between sites.

Qualifications

• Experience in general property maintenance or handyman work.
• Ability to work independently and manage a list of tasks.
• Reliable and professional when working in occupied properties.
• Comfortable using a smartphone or tablet to record work.
• Holding a valid driving licence.
• Current Asbestos Awareness certification (training can be provided).

Responsibilities

• Carrying out mould washing and treatment.
• Investigating and repairing minor plumbing leaks.
• Sealing around baths and door frames.
• Lifting and relaying small sections of paving.
• Removing trip hazards.
• Repairing and securing handrails.
• Completing general minor repairs and making good.
• Recording completed work using simple forms and before and after photographs.

Skills

Handyman experience

Independent worker

Property maintenance

Driving licence

Asbestos awareness

Job description

Start ASAP in a Handyman role with a company vehicle provided and ongoing work on a long-term maintenance programme across the Wigan Borough. Applicants should ideally be based in Wigan or Leigh, with the potential for a permanent position as the workload grows.

This is a practical role with varied work each day, suited to someone who can identify maintenance issues and complete repairs independently to a good standard.

I’d love to see CVs from anyone who has worked as a Handyman, Skilled Labourer, Property Maintenance Operative or similar within social housing or general property maintenance.

As a Handyman, you will be:

Carrying out mould washing and treatment

• Investigating and repairing minor plumbing leaks
• Sealing around baths and door frames
• Lifting and relaying small sections of paving
• Removing trip hazards
• Repairing and securing handrails
• Completing general minor repairs and making good
• Recording completed work using simple forms and before and after photographs

I’d love to speak to anyone who has:

• Experience in general property maintenance or handyman work
• Confidence carrying out a range of minor repairs
• The ability to work independently and manage a list of tasks
• A reliable approach and professional manner when working in occupied properties
• Confidence using a smartphone or tablet to record work
• A driving licence
• Current Asbestos Awareness certification (advantageous, although training can be provided on starting)

The Handyman role is offering the following benefits:

• Company vehicle provided
• Ongoing work on a long-term maintenance programme
• ASAP start
• Potential for a permanent position as the workload grows

Location & travel

This Handyman position is based in the Wigan Borough, with work carried out across properties in the local area. Applicants should ideally be based in Wigan, Leigh or the surrounding borough.