Handy Man

Handy Man

Location - Chelmsford

Salary - £ 18ph - £ 20ph

Role Overview
We are looking for a dependable, practically minded handyman to be based at a commercial property site in Chelmsford. This is a varied, hands on role covering everything from day to day maintenance and grounds upkeep to liaising with commercial tenants and overseeing larger contracted works. The handyman will be responsible for approximately 40 commercial units and may also support the maintenance of some local residential properties. The successful candidate will be a self starter who takes pride in maintaining a well presented, safe, and compliant site. A work van and all necessary tools and equipment will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

General Maintenance
Carry out day to day minor repairs and maintenance tasks across the site, including basic carpentry, painting and general repairs.
Respond promptly to reactive maintenance requests and prioritise works effectively to minimise disruption to tenants.
Oversee and coordinate larger repair or refurbishment projects carried out by specialist contractors, ensuring works are completed on time and to the required standard.
Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activity on the property management system.

Grounds and External Maintenance
Cut and maintain grass areas across the site to a consistently high standard throughout the growing season.
Prune trees, hedges, and shrubs in a safe and appropriate manner, including clearing and disposing of all arisings.
Maintain paths, car parking areas, and external communal spaces, ensuring they remain safe, tidy, and presentable at all times.
Carry out seasonal grounds tasks including leaf clearance, weed control, and gully clearing as required.

Tenant Liaison
Act as the primary on site point of contact for commercial tenants in relation to maintenance and repair requests, ensuring a professional and courteous service at all times.
Communicate clearly with tenants regarding planned works, access requirements, and expected timescales for completion.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with tenants to support tenant satisfaction and retention.

Vacant Unit Management
Open up and inspect recently vacated commercial office units, carrying out a thorough condition check and producing a written or photographic schedule of condition.
Identify any repairs, cleaning requirements, or works needed to bring the unit back to a lettable standard, and report findings to the Property Manager.
Ensure vacant units are secure, safe, and presented appropriately pending re letting.

Compliance and Health and Safety
Ensure all maintenance activities and site operations comply with current relevant legislation and regulations, including health and safety, fire safety, and any applicable property management requirements.
Undertake weekly emergency light tests.
Support the timely completion of statutory compliance checks, including fire risk, legionella, electrical safety, and other planned inspections, liaising with specialist contractors as required.
Report any hazards, near misses, or incidents promptly and in accordance with site procedures.
Ensure all work is carried out safely and in accordance with appropriate risk assessments and method statements.

Skills Required
Good practical maintenance skills with the ability to carry out a range of general repairs.
Basic carpentry, painting, decorating, and general property maintenance skills.
Ability to identify maintenance issues and determine appropriate solutions.
Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise a varied workload.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Basic understanding of current health and safety and compliance requirements.
Ability to work independently and use own initiative.

Experience Required
Experience carrying out general maintenance, repairs, or trade related work.
Experience using hand and power tools safely.
Experience maintaining buildings, grounds, or facilities is desirable.
Experience working with contractors or coordinating external trades is beneficial.
Experience interacting professionally with customers, tenants, or members of the public is advantageous.

Qualifications Required
Full UK driving licence.

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