Handyman

Role: Building Care Operative/Maintenance Technician/Handyman Location: Banbury station – with travel to other sites as required Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £35,000 per annum Purpose of the role To provide reliable and semi-skilled handyperson services to support our Property, Assets & Facilities Management team supporting the upkeep of station assets and buildings and supporting the provision of planned and reactive non-technical maintenance in the 4 depots. This role involves carrying out a variety of repair, maintenance, and general handyman duties to ensure the stations remain safe, clean, SQR (Service Quality Regime) compliant and fully operational for passengers and staff. Key Responsibilities: * Perform general maintenance tasks including minor repairs, painting, carpentry, plumbing, and general SQR and safety checks * To assist depot technical staff with 2-man jobs (Light column lowering) * Inspect Chiltern facilities regularly and report or resolve issues such as broken fixtures, faulty doors, lighting problems, vandalism and SQR failures * Maintain and repair station furniture, signage, platforms, and public areas * Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies. * Support the installation of new equipment or infrastructure when required * Comply with health & safety policies and procedures, ensuring all work is conducted safely * Liaise with station management, contractors, and suppliers as needed. * Maintain accurate records of maintenance work performed via the Chiltern Concerto system * Assist with seasonal tasks such as snow clearance, gutter and ground drainage cleaning, leaf removal, and general grounds upkeep including vegetation removal Personal Specification: * Previous experience as a handyman or maintenance operative, preferably in a public or transport environment * Basic skills in carpentry, plumbing, painting, and minor electrical repairs * Good understanding of health & safety regulations related to railway environments * Ability to work independently and as part of a team * Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach * Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions * Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays * Full UK driving licence is essential Desirable Experience: * Experience working within railway or transport infrastructure. * Basic first aid qualification. Our benefits include We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, a culture of respect, challenge and innovation – with excellent opportunities for growth and development. * All active staff and their eligible partners/dependants are entitled to free standard class leisure travel on Chiltern Railways, Cross Country, Arriva Rail London, Grand Central. * Active staff are also entitled to residential and duty standard class travel on all of the above services * Defined Benefit Pension Plan * Arriva Village – access to online benefits and discounts * Cycle to Work Scheme * Employee Assistance Plan * Physio Line – We offer complementary 24-hour physio for everyone * Eye Care – You’re entitled to free eye tests and if you need glasses for computer use we will pay up to £80.00 towards your lenses and frames * We offer 25 days annual leave as well as statutory holidays * Support – Peer Support, Samaritans, and Railway Chaplain