Handyman, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor, Building Maintenance

Handyperson / Maintenance Operative - Swindon

Location:

Swindon and surrounding areas (covering approximately a 60-90 minute radius)

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 39 hours per week

Contract:

Temp to Perm opportunity

Our client is looking for a Skilled Labourer / Maintenance Operative to join their responsive repairs team, carrying out general maintenance and repair works within occupied social housing properties.

This is a fantastic temp-to-perm opportunity offering long-term, stable work, a company van, excellent benefits and the chance to become a permanent member of a supportive team delivering a high-quality service to customers in their homes.

What's on offer?

Temp-to-perm opportunity with long-term stability
Ongoing work on a long-term social housing contract
Monday to Friday working pattern (39 hours per week)
On-call rota approximately 1 in every 7 weeks
Company van and fuel card provided for business use
23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell leave
Pension scheme
Ongoing training and development
Well-planned workloads to help minimise travel time
Employee referral scheme
Additional benefits including healthcare discounts, high street discounts, Tastecard, volunteering day and long service awards

The Role

You'll be carrying out a variety of responsive maintenance and repair works within occupied properties, supporting the wider repairs team to ensure customers receive an excellent service.

Duties include:

General maintenance and repair works within residential properties
Basic joinery repairs including doors, windows, kitchens and bathrooms
Basic plumbing repairs including taps, basins, baths, showers and sanitary ware
Basic patch plastering
Painting and decorating (desirable but not essential)
Keeping work areas clean and removing waste materials
Using a PDA to manage and complete job tickets
Following health and safety procedures at all times
Providing a professional and customer-focused service while working in tenants' homes
Keeping job records and systems up to date

About You

We're looking for someone with:

Previous experience as a Skilled Labourer, Maintenance Operative or in a general property maintenance role
Experience carrying out general maintenance and basic trade works
A good understanding of basic joinery, plumbing and repair tasks
A customer-focused approach with good communication skills
The ability to work independently and manage a varied workload
A full UK driving licenceA DBS check will be required for this role