Handy Man
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job Title: General Handyman
Location: County Durham
Salary: £15 - £20 per hour
Job Description:
We are currently seeking a reliable and experienced General Handyman to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out a range of maintenance and repair tasks across various properties. The role will involve working independently, as well as part of a team, to ensure that all properties are maintained to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities:
* Carry out painting and decorating tasks to a high standard, ensuring that all work is completed within the required timeframe.
* Attend to general maintenance and repair tasks, such as fixing minor electrical and plumbing issues, replacing broken fixtures, and repairing damaged walls or flooring.
* Identify and address snags and defects in properties, ensuring that all work is completed to the satisfaction of the client.
* Undertake any other duties as required by the client or line manager.
Requirements:
* Proven experience as a handyman or maintenance worker, with a focus on painting and decorating and snagging work.
* Good knowledge of general maintenance and repair tasks, including basic plumbing, electrical, and carpentry work.
* Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship.
* Good communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with other team members.
* Full UK driving licence and own tools are desirable.
If you have the required skills and experience and are looking for a challenging and rewarding role, please apply with your CV and a covering letter explaining why you would be suitable for the role. We look forward to hearing from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £15.00-£20.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Handy Man roles across RJR Property Group Limited's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £15 - £20 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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