Mobile Maintenance Technician — Supported Living (Surrey)

Field Lane; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Field Lane is seeking a proactive Maintenance Technician to provide day-to-day maintenance support across supported living properties in Surrey. You will travel between occupied homes, respond to requests, and carry out repairs with care and respect for residents.

You must have proven maintenance experience, a full UK driving licence, access to a vehicle, and your own tools. DBS checks are required and you will work under the Facilities Manager and Director of Housing.

Qualifications

• Experience in general property maintenance or handyman work.
• Competent in basic plumbing, carpentry, decorating, and general repairs.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle.
• Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks across multiple sites.
• Strong communication and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day repairs and general maintenance across supported living properties.
• Undertake a range of maintenance tasks, including basic plumbing, carpentry, decorating, minor repairs, and fitting fixtures and fittings.
• Attend maintenance requests allocated by the Facilities Manager and prioritise work appropriately.
• Respond promptly to urgent maintenance issues and health and safety concerns.
• Assess defects and determine whether they can be safely repaired in-house or require specialist contractors.
• Ensure specialist or regulated work is only undertaken where appropriately trained, competent, and authorised.
• Keep the Facilities Manager informed of job progress, completion, and any issues encountered.
• Report additional defects, property damage, or health and safety concerns identified during property visits.
• Maintain accurate records of completed work, including photographs where required.
• Liaise professionally with Project Managers, support staff, contractors, and colleagues.
• Work safely within occupied properties while minimising disruption to residents.
• Follow organisational procedures relating to health and safety, safeguarding, confidentiality, and lone working.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries when working within residents' homes.

Skills

General maintenance

Handyman work

Basic plumbing

Carpentry

Decorating

Full UK driving licence

Own vehicle for travel

Independent working

Communication skills

Health and safety awareness

Safeguarding understanding

Tools

Own tools

Job description

Field Lane is seeking a proactive Maintenance Technician to provide day-to-day maintenance support across supported living properties in Surrey. You will travel between occupied homes, respond to requests, and carry out repairs with care and respect for residents.

You must have proven maintenance experience, a full UK driving licence, access to a vehicle, and your own tools. DBS checks are required and you will work under the Facilities Manager and Director of Housing.