Maintenance Person

Civic Recruitment Limited; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-weekly pay

Uniform provided

Mobile role across Cardiff

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our Housing & Communities team in Cardiff. The role is mobile across council housing, hostels, and community living schemes, with a focus on general repairs, property maintenance, decorating, and safety compliance.

Your duties include responding to maintenance needs, coordinating with site staff, and performing essential upkeep tasks while adhering to Fire and Health & Safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in general maintenance and repair work in domestic or commercial settings.
• NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent trade qualification.
• Full UK Driving Licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and general property upkeep.
• Engage in painting, decorating, basic carpentry, and minor repair tasks.
• Address maintenance needs identified by housing teams and site staff.
• Prioritize and respond to urgent maintenance requests.
• Assist in moving and relocating furniture and equipment.
• Procure and collect necessary maintenance materials and supplies.
• Maintain stock and equipment for maintenance tasks.
• Keep communal areas clean and safe; manage waste.
• Record, update, and report maintenance activities accurately.

Skills

General maintenance

Carpentry

Plumbing

Decorating

Health & safety

Communication

Driving

Teamwork

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds or equivalent trade qualification

Job description

Contract | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom

Posted On 28/08/2026

Job Information

City Llandaff

Province Cardiff (Caerdydd GB-CRD)

Postal Code CF5

Job Description

Maintenance Technician – 11-Month Contract

Location: Cardiff (Mobile Role Across Council Housing, Hostels & Community Living Schemes)

Contract: 11-Month Contract

Driving Licence: Full UK Driving Licence Required

Summary

We are looking for a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our Housing & Communities team. This role is crucial in ensuring the upkeep and safety of council housing, temporary accommodations, hostels, and community living schemes. You will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including general repairs, property maintenance, decorating, basic carpentry, and ensuring health and safety compliance. Your work will be vital in maintaining safe and well-kept living environments for residents.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and general property upkeep.
  
• Engage in painting, decorating, basic carpentry, and minor repair tasks.
  
• Address maintenance needs identified by housing teams and site staff.
  
• Prioritize and respond to urgent maintenance requests.
  
• Assist in moving and relocating furniture and equipment.
  
• Procure and collect necessary maintenance materials and supplies.
  
• Manage and maintain stock and equipment for maintenance tasks.
  
• Keep communal areas, grounds, bin stores, and car parks clean and safe.
  
• Remove bulk waste and litter as needed.
  
• Accurately record, update, and report maintenance activities.
  
• Ensure adherence to Fire Safety, Health & Safety, and Council protocols.
  
• Support the operation of hostels and community living schemes.
  
• Undertake driving duties related to the service.
  

Requirements

Requirements:

• Proven experience in general maintenance and repair work in domestic or commercial settings.
  
• Practical skills across various maintenance tasks.
  
• Ability to work independently and exercise initiative.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  
• Capability to work effectively within a team.
  
• Proficient written and numerical skills.
  
• Familiarity with modern technology and mobile devices.
  
• Positive and adaptable work attitude.
  
• Full UK Driving Licence.
  
• NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent trade qualification.
  
• Experience in:
  • Carpentry
    
  • Plumbing
    
  • Decorating
    
  • Property Maintenance
    
• Experience working within Housing or Local Authority environments.
  

Additional Information

• This is a mobile role covering various locations across Cardiff.
  
• Uniform and identification badge are mandatory.
  
• Weekend work may be required on a rotational basis.
  
• Participation in an out-of-hours rota may be necessary.
  

What's on Offer?

• 11-Month Contract
  
• Bi-weekly Pay
  
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic Housing Maintenance service.
  
• Diverse role supporting residents and community facilities.
  
• Potential for contract extension.
  

Ideal for candidates with experience as a Maintenance Operative, Handyperson, Property Maintenance Technician, Multi-Skilled Operative, Caretaker, Mobile Maintenance Officer, Housing Maintenance Operative, or Facilities Maintenance Assistant.