Handyman / Property Maintenance

Essar Oil (UK) Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Family Office in London is seeking a hands-on Handyman / Property Maintenance professional to oversee routine maintenance and minor repairs across its residential properties.

You will perform plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting tasks, conduct regular inspections, and coordinate with external contractors when needed, while keeping accurate records and logs of work and inventories.

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on experience in residential property maintenance.
• Ability to perform basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting.
• Willingness to work on-site in London full time.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Good communication with household members and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance and minor repairs.
• Paint and decorating; basic plumbing and electrical work.
• Monitor building systems; inspect regularly.
• Coordinate with specialist contractors when needed.
• Maintain logs of maintenance activities and inventories.
• Respond to maintenance requests from household members.

Skills

Property maintenance

Plumbing basics

Electrical basics

Carpentry

Painting

Inspections

Tool safety

Documentation

Communication

Discretion

Handyman exp

UK work eligibility

On-site work

Job description

Company Description Private Family Office manages a portfolio of residential properties in London with a strong focus on safety, comfort, and long-term value preservation. The office oversees day-to-day operations and maintenance, ensuring that all properties are well cared for and problems are resolved promptly. Team members work closely with principals and external vendors to deliver reliable, discreet, and high-quality service. The environment is professional yet personable, with an emphasis on trust, confidentiality, and practical, hands-on support for the household. Joining the team offers the opportunity to contribute directly to the smooth running of well-maintained, high-standard homes.

Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Handyman / Property Maintenance role based in London. The role involves carrying out routine maintenance, minor repairs, and general upkeep across residential properties, including tasks such as fixing fixtures and fittings, basic plumbing and electrical work, painting and decorating, and monitoring building systems. The Handyman / Property Maintenance professional will conduct regular inspections, identify issues before they escape, coordinate with specialist contractors when needed, and ensure work areas are clean and safe. The role also includes responding to maintenance requests from household members, managing small improvement projects, and maintaining accurate records of work completed, materials used, and upcoming maintenance needs. The position requires a practical, proactive individual who can work independently, prioritize tasks, and communicate clearly with the family office team and vendors.

Qualifications

• Strong practical skills in general property maintenance, including basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and minor repair work.
• Experience performing routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting issues in residential properties.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment, following health and safety best practices at all times.
• Organizational skills for planning work, managing multiple tasks, and maintaining logs of maintenance activities and inventories.
• Clear and professional communication skills, with the ability to work respectfully with household members, colleagues, and external contractors.
• Proven reliability, discretion, and integrity when working in private homes; ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Prior experience in a handyman, building maintenance, facilities, or similar role; experience in high-end or private residential settings is an advantage.
• Eligibility to work in the UK and availability to work full-time on-site in London; flexibility for occasional out-of-hours work when urgent issues arise.