Handyman / Joiner

Equals One Ltd; Hull Bridge; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Equals One Ltd is seeking an experienced Handyman / Joiner for self-employed, flexible work across Hull and surrounding areas. 20 hours per week with overtime, rate dependent on experience.

You will carry out repairs and maintenance for residential properties, including social housing and HMOs. The ideal candidate has practical joinery and repair skills, a full UK driving licence, own tools, and reliable, professional conduct when working in customers' homes.

Qualifications

• General property repairs and maintenance knowledge.
• Proficient joinery and carpentry skills.
• Awareness of building regulations for social housing/HMOs.

Responsibilities

• General property repairs and maintenance
• Joinery repairs
• Repairs to doors and windows
• Basic painting and decorating
• Identifying faults and carrying out practical repairs
• Working in occupied residential properties, including social housing and HMOs
• Ensuring work is completed safely, tidily and to a good standard
• Carrying out work in line with relevant building regulations and property standards

Skills

General repair skills

Joinery skills

Knowledge of building regulations

UK driving licence

Own tools and vehicle

Tools

Hand tools

Power drill

Measuring tools

Job description

Handyman / Joiner - Self-Employed

Location: Hull and surrounding areas
Hours: 20 hours per week, plus overtime
Rate: Dependent on experience
Contract: Self-Employed

We are looking for an experienced and reliable Handyman / Joiner to carry out repairs and maintenance to residential properties across Hull and the surrounding area.

This is a varied, hands-on role for someone who is comfortable working independently and can turn their hand to a range of property repairs and maintenance work.

You should also have a good understanding of the building regulations and standards relevant to social housing and Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs).

The role

Your work will include:

• General property repairs and maintenance
• Joinery repairs
• Repairs to doors and windows
• Basic painting and decorating
• Identifying faults and carrying out practical repairs
• Working in occupied residential properties, including social housing and HMOs
• Ensuring work is completed safely, tidily and to a good standard
• Carrying out work in line with relevant building regulations and property standards

The ideal candidate

You will need:

• Previous experience in a handyman, joinery or property maintenance role
• Good practical joinery and general repair skills
• Knowledge of building regulations and standards relating to social housing and HMOs
• A full UK driving licence
• Your own vehicle initially - a company van will be provided in due course
• Your own basic tools
• A reliable and flexible approach to work
• Flexibility to work additional hours/overtime when required
• Good communication skills and a professional manner when working in customers' homes

Previous experience working with Local Authorities, social housing providers or HMO properties would be particularly beneficial.

Above all, we're looking for someone dependable who takes pride in their work and understands the standards required when carrying out repairs and maintenance in residential properties.

If you are an experienced Handyman or Joiner looking for flexible, varied work, we would be pleased to hear from you.