Handyman, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor, Building Maintenance

The Role

We currently have vacancies to cover either Croydon area / or Ealing and Harrow area.

We are looking for a reliable and skilled Handyman to join our Maintenance Department, helping ensure that our properties remain safe, clean, and ready for occupancy. This is a hands‑on role covering everything from minor repairs and painting to end‑of‑tenancy deep cleans and lock changes. You will be expected to drive to various sites across London, so a valid UK driving licence is essential.

• Painting & Decorating:
  Perform touch‑ups as well as full interior / exterior painting to maintain property appearance.
• Cleaning:
  Carry out cleans of vacated / void units, including kitchens, bathrooms, and communal areas.
• Furniture Delivery & Assembly:
  Transport and install furniture and white goods to our properties within the Greater London area.
• Lock Changes:
  Change or repair locks as needed.
• Basic Repairs:
  Handle general maintenance such as fixing doors, handles, tiling, minor carpentry and plumbing.
• End‑of‑Tenancy Preparation:
  Prepare vacated units for re‑letting, including waste removal and tagging tenant belongings.
• Rubbish Collection Assistance:
  May be required to assist the rubbish collection team with removal, sorting, and disposal of waste materials from vacated units.
• Health & Safety:
  Adhere to all safety procedures and company policies during all tasks.

• Previous experience as a handyman or in a property maintenance role.
• Proficiency in basic carpentry, plumbing, tiling, and decorating.
• Ability to identify problems and resolve them independently.
• Strong communication skills; polite and respectful with residents.
• Good time management and ability to prioritise tasks.
• Physically fit; able to handle manual labour, lifting, and use ladders.
• Basic IT skills for reporting and logging work completed.

Full clean driving licence is essential.

Formal training or certifications in building maintenance trades (e.g., plastering, basic electrical work, etc.).

• 23 days leave, plus bank holidays
• Additional holiday days for long service – up to 30 days
• Celebration of tenure: 3 years £500, 5 years £1000, 10 years £5000
• Private health insurance with Vitality
• Birthday off
• One well‑being day off per year
• Maternity / Paternity Pay
• Pension schemes increase – after 2 years.
• £500 referral scheme for staff who refer a new employee, paid upon passing probation.
• Company payday lunch