Handyperson - Home Maintenance

Handyperson – Home Maintenance Service

21 hours per week.

• 3 days over Monday–Thursday
• £13.32 per hour

Muirshiel Centre is seeking a practical, reliable Handyperson to support our Home Maintenance Service for adults aged 60+ across Inverclyde. The role involves general DIY, small repairs, basic gardening, and painting/decorating, delivered in a friendly, person‑centred way. You will work in people’s homes, helping them to live safely and comfortably, while ensuring all tasks are completed to a high standard and in line with Health & Safety requirements.

Applicants must have strong practical skills, good communication, a clean driving licence (D1 preferred), and be willing to join the PVG Scheme.

• Carry out minor household repairs, including fixing doors, replacing light bulbs, assembling furniture and fitting curtain rails, as examples.
• Complete painting and decorating tasks to maintain safe, comfortable home environments.
• Undertake basic joinery within competence and safety limits.
• Provide general garden maintenance such as grass cutting, hedge trimming, and general tidying.
• Contribute to ensuring that the centre is maintained to a high level of cleanliness including engagement in cleaning duties as and when required.
• Keep accurate records of visits, tasks completed, and materials used.
• Participate in training and skills development as required to support service development and ensure a flexible, responsive service.
• Report any risks, concerns or safeguarding issues promptly to the Coordinator/ Manager.
• Use tools, equipment and vehicles safely and ensure they are maintained appropriately and completing vehicle checks, as required.
• Actively participate in staff meetings and be familiar with and adhere to all Health and Safety, Lone Working and organisational policies.
• Communicate clearly with customers about tasks, limitations and safety considerations.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold organisational values at all times.
• Work respectfully within customers homes, ensuring areas are left clean, tidy and safe after tasks are completed.
• Undertake any other duties deemed appropriate by Service Manager or Management Committee.
• Maintain a satisfactory PVG Membership and hold and maintain a clean driving licence.

To apply, please submit your CV to  or contact the Home Maintenance Coordinator/Service Manager on for an informal chat.