At a Glance
- Tasks: Carry out maintenance tasks to keep our sites safe and functional.
- Company: Join a supportive Facilities team making a real difference every day.
- Benefits: Enjoy free parking, skill development, and a varied role.
- Other info: Work indoors and outdoors, with PPE provided.
- Why this job: Perfect for practical problem-solvers who love hands-on work.
- Qualifications: Experience in maintenance and good communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 13.45 - 13.45 £ per hour.
Pay: £13.45 per hour
Location: Shefford. Occasionally will need to work on the Bedford site.
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Temp to perm.
Are you a practical, reliable individual with a passion for maintenance and repairs? We're looking for a skilled Handyperson to join our Facilities team and help ensure our sites remain safe, functional and well maintained. Working alongside the Facilities Manager, you'll carry out a variety of maintenance tasks across our Clients' sites, helping to create an environment that is welcoming, safe and fit for purpose for both colleagues and customers.
What you'll be doing:
- Undertake a wide range of general maintenance duties, including:
- Basic plumbing repairs, including replacing taps and cisterns.
- Basic electrical repairs, including sockets and light fittings.
- Carpentry work, including repairing and replacing doors.
- Wall repairs, decorating and painting to a high standard.
- Maintaining equipment and appliances across both sites.
- Assisting with meeting room and event space set-up and remodelling.
- Carrying out scheduled health and safety inspections and compliance tasks.
- Helping maintain site cleanliness, waste management and PPE supplies.
- Supporting the Facilities Manager with day-to-day maintenance projects.
What we're looking for:
- Previous experience in a maintenance, caretaker or handyperson role.
- The ability to carry out routine repairs independently.
- Experience using hand and power tools.
- Good communication and organisational skills.
- A proactive, solution-focused approach with the ability to use your own initiative.
- A positive attitude and willingness to support the wider team.
- Good physical fitness and the ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions (PPE provided).
- A full, valid UK driving licence.
Why join us?
This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive Facilities team where your skills will make a real difference every day. You'll enjoy a varied role, opportunities to develop your skills, and the chance to contribute to maintaining safe, professional environments across our sites. If you're practical, dependable and enjoy solving problems, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of our team.
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
Handyperson employer: 1st Choice Recruitment
1st Choice Recruitment is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values reliability and hard work. With competitive salaries and opportunities for career progression, employees can thrive in their roles while enjoying the potential for overtime. Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire, the company fosters a community-oriented environment where drivers can develop their skills and advance their careers.
