Maintenance Handyman

  • Ritz Recruitment Ltd
  • Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
  • Apr 28, 2026
Seasonal Trades & Services

Job Description

Maintenance Operative / Handyperson

Nottingham, NG1, £13.45ph, 5-6 weeks weeks potentially long term option

You will play a key role in ensuring the building is safe, compliant, and well maintained for residents. This is a hands-on role involving general repairs, inspections, and compliance checks, while supporting the wider site team with day-to-day maintenance tasks.

Key Responsibilities
  • Carry out general building repairs and maintenance
  • Move furniture and mattresses as required
  • Silicone sinks, shower trays, and kitchen worktops
  • Painting and decorating
  • Fix, build, and assemble furniture
  • Replace lightbulbs and carry out basic lighting maintenance
  • Fix door handles and other minor fixtures
  • Basic plumbing tasks, including unblocking sinks, toilets, and drains
  • Descale shower heads
  • Conduct routine room checks and inspections of communal areas
  • Ensure communal areas are maintained to a high standard
  • Complete statutory checks and maintain accurate testing records
  • Respond correctly to Health & Safety matters and report incidents as required
  • Monitor the electronic maintenance reporting system daily
  • Log, update, and close maintenance tasks accurately
  • Maintain stock levels of tools, spare parts, and supplies
  • Ensure all tasks are completed within agreed timeframes
Ideal Candidate
  • Proven experience in building maintenance, facilities maintenance, or a relevant trade
  • Confident working independently and managing general repairs
  • Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements
  • Organised, methodical, and reliable
  • Comfortable using basic IT systems (Outlook, Word, Excel desirable)
  • Self-motivated with a positive, can-do attitude

This is a great opportunity for an experienced maintenance professional seeking immediate temporary work.

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