Handyperson/Driver
Listed on 2026-10-21
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Maintenance/Cleaning
Building Maintenance, General Labor
Handyperson / Driver
Location:
Kirklees Council, Civic Centre 3, Market Street, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD1 2YZ
Contract:
Temporary Assignment (5-6 Months)
Hours:
Full Time
Pay Rate: £13.70 per hour PAYE
Kirklees Council is looking for a dedicated Handyperson/Driver to join the Housing Solutions Service for an initial 5-6 month assignment.
Working as part of a team of five Handypersons/Drivers, you will play an important role in preparing properties for re-letting, ensuring homes meet the required lettable standards and are ready for new occupants.
This is a physically demanding and varied position involving property preparation, basic maintenance, cleaning duties, porterage, grounds maintenance and driving responsibilities. The successful candidate must be comfortable lifting and moving furniture and household items such as beds, wardrobes, sofas and other bulky possessions.
Day-to-day of the role
- Prepare vacant properties to required lettable standards.
- Carry out cleaning of buildings, rooms and surrounding areas.
- Undertake basic building maintenance and minor repairs.
- Change light bulbs, electrical fuses and plugs where appropriate.
- Replace or repair door locks and make areas safe pending specialist repairs.
- Carry out basic maintenance of equip...
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