Maintenance Operative

Deverell Smith Recruitment Ltd; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Tools provided

Bonus

Friendly team environment

Job summary

Deverell Smith Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Maintenance Operative / Multitrader to service a portfolio of residential properties. This mobile role requires independence and a broad range of maintenance skills, with a company van and tools provided.

The role involves general repairs, basic plumbing and carpentry, and lone working across sites. A full UK driving licence and strong communication are essential, with a typical £35,000 salary plus bonus and Monday–Friday hours.

Qualifications

• Proven handyman or multitrade experience.
• Comfortable and confident working alone.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated with excellent time management.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out general repairs and maintenance across multiple properties.
• Basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, decorating, and minor electrical tasks.
• Lone working across various sites - must be comfortable managing your own schedule.
• Responding to maintenance requests promptly and professionally.
• Ensuring all work is completed to a high standard.

Skills

Handyman experience

Driving license

Communication skills

Time management

Self-motivated

Job description

Maintenace Operative / Multitrader
£35,000 + Bonus | Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm
Company Van + Tools Provided

We are seeking an experienced Handyman/Multitrader to maintain a portfolio of residential properties. This mobile role is ideal for someone who is confident working independently and has a broad range of maintenance and repair skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carrying out general repairs and maintenance across multiple properties

• Basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, decorating, and minor electrical tasks

• Lone working across various sites - must be comfortable managing your own schedule

• Responding to maintenance requests promptly and professionally

• Ensuring all work is completed to a high standard

Requirements:

• Proven handyman or multitrade experience

• Comfortable and confident working alone

• Full, clean UK driving licence

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

• Self-motivated with excellent time management

What We Offer:

• £35,000 salary plus performance-based bonus

• Monday-Friday hours (8:00am-4:30pm)

• Company van and tools provided

• Friendly and supportive team environment