W Talent are exclusively representing a well-established manufacturing company who are looking to recruit a permanent Handyman to support the day-to-day running, maintenance and upkeep of their facilities across two sites.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a practical, hands-on background, particularly those with previous handyman, caretaker, facilities or general maintenance experience, who enjoys keeping a busy manufacturing environment safe, compliant and well maintained.
Job Description
The successful Handyman will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of the company's facilities across two sites.
Working closely with the Engineering Supervisor and wider engineering team, you will complete routine facility and compliance checks, carry out basic repairs and maintenance, identify faults and ensure any issues are appropriately recorded and escalated.
The role would suit someone with a practical background in handyman, caretaker, facilities or general building maintenance, who is comfortable working independently and taking ownership of the condition and functionality of the site.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out general handyman and basic maintenance tasks across the company's facilities
- Complete routine facility and compliance checks across both manufacturing sites
- Complete building, grounds and general facility inspections
- Record checks including legionella, water testing, water temperatures, meter readings and antifreeze levels
- Complete emergency lighting, fire door and fire alarm checks
- Carry out weekly and monthly preventative maintenance checks
- Identify faults, hazards and maintenance issues and raise Engineering Reports through the Agility system
- Carry out straightforward repairs immediately where appropriate and accurately record completed work
- Monitor and report issues relating to lighting, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and structural equipment
- Escalate more complex maintenance issues to the Engineering Supervisor and support the arrangement of external contractors
- Complete stock checks, order supplies when required and maintain an organised stock area
- Ensure tools, equipment and materials are maintained and stored correctly
- Complete compliance checks through JotForm and other relevant systems
- Support the engineering team with outstanding repairs and maintenance requirements
- Ensure walkways, emergency exits and external areas remain clear, safe and accessible
- Support emergency procedures, including fire drills and site incidents where required
- Maintain accurate job-specific logs, checklists and maintenance records
- Work closely with production and engineering teams to identify and resolve facility requirements
- Support audits and inspections by ensuring facilities are maintained to a high standard
- Follow all company health and safety procedures, including the correct use of PPE
- Carry out any other reasonable duties required to support the wider business
Key Requirements
- Previous experience in a handyman, caretaker, facilities, building maintenance or similar practical role
- Practical, hands-on approach with the ability to carry out basic repairs and maintenance
- Experience maintaining buildings, facilities, grounds or general site infrastructure
- Good understanding of workplace health and safety
- Ability to identify hazards, faults and areas requiring repair
- Strong attention to detail when completing checks, records and compliance documentation
- Good organisational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks across different sites
- Good communication skills and ability to work effectively with engineering and production teams
- Basic understanding of cleaning chemicals and Safety Data Sheets
- Physically capable of standing, walking and lifting up to 20kg
Advantageous Requirements
- Previous experience as a Caretaker or Handyman
- Basic electrical, plumbing, mechanical or building maintenance experience
- Experience completing facility or compliance checks
- Experience using maintenance reporting systems or CMMS
- Experience working with contractors and external service providers
Details & Benefits
- Salary: £29-30K
- Job Type: Permanent, full-time
- Hours: Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week
- Working Pattern: Typically split across both sites, with flexibility required between locations
- Additional: Training and development, employee benefits package
This is a hands-on Handyman position rather than a general cleaning role, with responsibility for basic maintenance, facilities upkeep, compliance checks and identifying issues across the sites.
If you feel you have the practical experience and skills required for this position, please apply directly to Molly Rushby at W Talent.