Mobile Housing Maintenance Technician – Cardiff

Civic Recruitment Limited; Llandaff (MD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

ID badge

Bi-weekly pay

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited seeks a Maintenance Technician to support housing services across Cardiff in a mobile role. The position covers council housing, hostels and community living schemes, with an 11-month contract and a requirement for a full UK driving licence.

You will perform repairs, upkeep, painting, carpentry, and safety compliance, reporting to the Housing & Communities team. Weekend or out-of-hours work may be required, and uniform and ID badge are provided.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

General maintenance

DIY / carpentry

Driving licence

Teamwork

Communication

Numerical skills

Independent worker

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds

Job description

Civic Recruitment Limited seeks a Maintenance Technician to support housing services across Cardiff in a mobile role. The position covers council housing, hostels and community living schemes, with an 11-month contract and a requirement for a full UK driving licence.

You will perform repairs, upkeep, painting, carpentry, and safety compliance, reporting to the Housing & Communities team. Weekend or out-of-hours work may be required, and uniform and ID badge are provided.