Handyman (various patches)

your Jared; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days leave

Bank holidays

Private health insurance with Vitality

Birthday off

Well-being day off

Maternity/Paternity Pay

Pension scheme increases after 2 years

£500 referral scheme for staff

Company payday lunch

Job summary

Your Jared is seeking a reliable Handyman to join our Maintenance Department across London properties. You will tackle painting, cleaning, basic repairs, lock changes, and end-of-tenancy preparations, driving between sites with a valid UK license.

Experience in carpentry, plumbing, tiling, and decorating is valued; strong communication with residents is essential, and a proactive safety/reporting mindset is expected. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in handyman or property maintenance roles.
• Proficient in carpentry, plumbing, tiling and decorating.
• Ability to identify problems and resolve them independently.
• Strong communication with residents.
• Good time management and prioritisation.
• Physically fit for manual labour and ladder work.
• Full clean driving license required.
• Basic IT skills for reporting work.

Responsibilities

• Painting & Decorating: perform touch-ups and interior/exterior painting.
• Cleaning: cleans vacated/void units, kitchens, bathrooms, and common areas.
• Furniture delivery & assembly: transport and install furniture and white goods.
• Lock changes: change or repair locks as needed.
• Basic repairs: general maintenance, doors, handles, tiling, carpentry and plumbing.
• End-of-tenancy preparation: ready units for re-letting, waste removal, tagging belongings.
• Rubbish collection assistance: support removal and disposal of waste from vacated units.
• Health & safety: follow safety procedures and company policies.

Skills

Handyman experience

Property maintenance

Carpentry

Plumbing

Tiling

Decorating

Problem solving

Communication skills

Time management

Physical fitness

IT skills

Driving license

Job description

The Role

We are looking for a reliable and skilled Handyman to join our Maintenance Department, helping ensure that our properties remain safe, clean, and ready for occupancy. This is a hands‑on role covering everything from minor repairs and painting to end‑of‑tenancy deep cleans and lock changes. You will be expected to drive to various sites across London, so a valid UK driving license is essential.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Painting & Decorating: Perform touch‑ups as well as full interior/exterior painting to maintain property appearance.

• Cleaning: Carry out cleans of vacated/void units, including kitchens, bathrooms, and communal areas.

• Furniture Delivery & Assembly: Transport and install furniture and white goods to our properties

• Lock Changes: Change or repair locks as needed

• Basic Repairs: Handle general maintenance such as fixing doors, handles, tiling, minor carpentry and plumbing.

• End‑of‑Tenancy Preparation: Prepare vacated units for re‑letting, including waste removal and tagging tenant belongings.

• Rubbish Collection Assistance: May be required to assist the rubbish collection team with removal, sorting, and disposal of waste materials from vacated units.

• Health & Safety: Adhere to all safety procedures and company policies during all tasks.

Skills & Knowledge

• Previous experience as a handyman or in a property maintenance role.

• Proficiency in basic carpentry, plumbing, tiling, and decorating.

• Ability to identify problems and resolve them independently.

• Strong communication skills; polite and respectful with residents.

• Good time management and ability to prioritise tasks.

• Physically fit; able to handle manual labour, lifting, and use ladders.

• Basic IT skills for reporting and logging work completed.

• Full clean driving license is essential

Ideal but not Essential

• Formal training or certifications in building maintenance trades (e.g., plastering, basic electrical work, etc.).

Benefits

• 23 days leave, plus bank holidays

• Additional holiday days for long service – up to 30 days

• Celebration of tenure

  • 3 years £500

  • 5 years £1000

  • 10 years £5000

• Private health insurance with Vitality

• Birthday off

• One well‑being day off per year

• Maternity/Paternity Pay

• Pension schemes increase – after 2 years.

• £500 referral scheme for staff who refer a new employee, paid upon passing probation.

• Company payday lunch