Handyman

Fawkes and Reece; East London; On-site; ZAR 358,000 - 537,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Tools provided

Job summary

Fawkes and Reece is seeking a reliable Handyman / Property Maintenance Operative to carry out general maintenance and repair work across residential properties in the UK. A full UK driving licence is essential as travel between properties is required and tools and materials must be carried.

The role requires practical, hands-on skills with experience in plumbing, carpentry, painting and decorating, patching and making-good work. Independent work ethic and safety awareness are important.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence – essential.
• Experience in property maintenance or handyman work.
• Good knowledge of hand and power tools.
• Practical, hands-on approach.
• Ability to carry out general repairs and maintenance.
• Reliable, punctual and professional.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general property maintenance and repairs.
• Complete basic plumbing, carpentry, painting and decorating tasks.
• Assemble and install fixtures, fittings and furniture.
• Repair doors, handles, locks and other fixtures.
• Painting and decorating.
• Basic landscaping and external maintenance.
• Moving materials and equipment when required.
• Travel between properties as required and report issues.

Skills

Practical hands-on

Independent worker

Reliability

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Reference: E1HAND_1788877271
Posted: September 8, 2026

HANDYMAN / PROPERTY MAINTENANCE OPERATIVE

Driving Licence: Full UK Driving Licence Essential

We are looking for a reliable, practical and hardworking Handyman / Property Maintenance Operative to join our team and carry out general maintenance and repair work across residential properties.

The successful candidate will be confident using hand and power tools, have good practical skills and be able to work independently while maintaining a high standard of workmanship.

A full UK driving licence is essential, as the role will involve travelling between different properties and carrying tools and materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general property maintenance and repairs.
• Complete basic plumbing, carpentry, painting and decorating tasks.
• Carry out patching, filling and making-good work.
• Assemble and install fixtures, fittings and furniture.
• Repair doors, handles, locks and other property fixtures.
• Carry out minor repairs to walls, floors and ceilings.
• Painting and decorating.
• Wallpaper removal and preparation work.
• Basic landscaping and external maintenance.
• General cleaning and property preparation.
• Moving materials, furniture and equipment when required.
• Identify maintenance issues and report any work requiring specialist contractors.
• Keep properties clean, safe and presentable.
• Complete jobs efficiently and to a good standard.
• Travel between properties as required.
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times.

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence - essential.
• Previous experience in property maintenance, handyman work, construction or a similar practical role.
• Good knowledge of hand and power tools.
• Practical, hands-on approach to work.
• Ability to carry out general repairs and maintenance.
• Reliable, punctual and professional.
• Able to work independently and manage a daily workload.
• Physically capable of lifting and moving materials and equipment.
• Health and safety awareness.

Experience in any of the following would be an advantage:

• Painting and decorating
• Basic plumbing
• Tiling
• Plastering / patch repairs
• Landscaping
• Property clearances
• Cleaning and deep cleaning
• Void property maintenance
• Social housing maintenance
• Residential property maintenance

What We Offer

• Competitive salary / hourly rate.
• Company vehicle
• Tools and equipment provided [if applicable].
• Variety of properties and maintenance work.
• Opportunity for additional training and development.