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Job Title: Handyman (Fabric & Plumbing Engineer)
Location: Mobile covering sites in and around the North East
Ideal candidate location: Newcastle / North East
Package and benefits
Basic salary: 15/hr 31,200 annual
Travel time paid door to door
Overtime available
100 retainer for standby (1 in 5 call out)
23 days holiday + banks (rises with length of service)
Company van + fuel card (can opt into private use)
Overview
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Handyman (Fabric & Plumbing Engineer). This role will involve regular maintenance duties across multiple sites, with an emphasis on high-quality fabric and plumbing repairs. The successful candidate will be working closely with a team of engineers, supervisors, and the administration team, with regular face-to-face interactions with clients.
Job Duties
- Execute a wide range of maintenance and repair tasks, with a focus on fabric and plumbing.
- General Maintenance tasks (wall repairs, laying carpet tiles, replacing bulbs, ceiling tiles, cleaning traps)
- Basic plumbing (replacing taps, TMVs, etc.)
- Basic electrical (wiring in replacement appliances) - company will put candidates through an electrical competency for this if required
- Compliance tasks (tap temps, EL flick tests, etc)
- Safely operate and maintain a company-provided vehicle, following company policies.
- Stay up-to-date on industry standards and job-specific skills to ensure high-quality service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintenance & Repairs: Carry out all assigned maintenance tasks to meet the company's standard and deadlines.
- Supplies Management: Keep the company vehicle stocked with necessary tools and supplies to ensure efficiency.
- Service Support: Respond to service and maintenance requests through the helpdesk and adhere to the company call-out rota.
- Documentation & Reporting: Use the in-house electronic system to complete and submit all job-related paperwork and expenses.
- Stock Control: Maintain appropriate stock levels for project continuity and ensure receipt documentation for all requisitioned materials.
- Vehicle Care: Drive responsibly, keep the vehicle clean, schedule regular maintenance, and report any incidents immediately.
- Training & Compliance: Attend training courses as needed to meet statutory requirements and keep up with industry best practices.
Health & Safety
The successful candidate must adhere to all company and client Health & Safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
Quality Assurance
Our client follows BS EN ISO 9001:2008 standards. The Fabric & Plumbing Engineer will ensure all work aligns with the company's standard operating procedures and quality expectations.
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