Site Handyperson

About the Role

This position involves a shift from 06:30 to 14:30, serving as a key member of the maintenance team on a major contract. The handyperson will undertake general upkeep including planned preventative maintenance inspections, statutory safety checks, and minor repairs across the premises. Practical skills in plumbing, building repairs, and low-voltage electrical tasks such as replacing lamps and batteries are essential. The candidate will interact regularly with clients, requiring a proactive mindset, excellent communication, and professional demeanor.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform planned maintenance and prompt minor reactive repairs onsite.
• Attend maintenance requests and breakdowns swiftly.
• Support upkeep of office, commercial, distribution, and industrial facilities.
• Conduct statutory compliance inspections including emergency lighting, water temperature monitoring, and fire door checks with minor repairs.
• Carry out basic plumbing fixes, lighting inspections, and lamp replacements.
• Manage minor building fabric repairs such as painting touch-ups, carpentry work, and adjustments to doors, locks, and furniture.
• Execute basic low-voltage electrical maintenance, including bulb and battery replacements and equipment visual inspections; escalate defects as needed.
• Assist in stock control and store management.
• Collaborate with subcontractors onsite and maintain accurate maintenance and compliance records.
• Adhere strictly to safety procedures and Health & Safety legislation.
• Provide exemplary customer service and represent the company professionally at all times.

Candidate Requirements

• Eligible to work in the UK with a full UK driving license.
• Proficient with IT applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
• Experience in facilities maintenance, handyperson duties, or related building maintenance roles.
• Skilled in basic plumbing, carpentry, minor decorating, and routine maintenance inspections.
• Familiarity with Health & Safety regulations and safe working practices.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments and follow permit-to-work procedures.
• Understanding of planned maintenance schedules and strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Competent in recording work digitally and manually; stores and stock management experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of Building Management Systems (BMS) and a forklift license are advantageous but not mandatory.
• Low-voltage electrical awareness to safely complete simple tasks.

Desirable Certifications

• CSCS Card or equivalent.
• Qualifications in maintenance, building services, facilities management, or relevant trades.
• Experience in maintenance or handyperson roles.
• Licenses such as IPAF, PASMA, First Aid at Work, and Manual Handling training.

About the Company

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading provider of facilities management services with over 50,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding £2 billion. They specialize in a broad range of services including hard services, cleaning, security, and catering. The company emphasizes its core values of Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment to foster a workplace that is supportive and inclusive. Employees benefit from award-winning employment recognition, digital learning resources, retail discounts via an app, professional development opportunities, and flexible pay options.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The company values diversity and inclusivity and encourages applications from all candidates regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age. An inclusive working environment is a priority to help deliver the company's mission.