Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and versatile Handyperson to join our team on a busy & rewarding account. they will mostly be based in the Head Office buildings in Exeter but will also be required to work on other sites in Devon. A vehicle will be provided for this.

The ideal candidate will possess a broad range of general technical skills and experience in maintenance, repair, and customer service. This role requires a proactive individual who can work with a team and independently. The candidate will need to effectively manage various tasks while ensuring quality workmanship. The Handyperson will be responsible for dealing with day-to-day maintenance issues, performing repairs, and providing excellent service to our client.

Typical tasks include:

General carpentry maintenance. Roof inspections & maintenance (gutter clearing etc). Repairs to locks / windows. Installation of fixtures, fittings, shelving etc. Jet-washing. Minor plumbing repairs - clearing blocked urinals, hand basins and WCs. Minor repairs / adjustments to flooring. Minor building repairs. Painting, touch-up and repairs to decoration. Patch repairs to plastering. Installation of shelves, pictures, noticeboards etc. Office moves where desks & furniture need to be assembled etc. Water hygiene planned maintenance tasks.

Person Specification:

Education:

A good basic education is essential, with good written and spoken English and basic mathematical skills.

Training:

Ideally to hold a City and Guilds (or equivalent) in a fabric related trade e.g. carpentry / general building and possess experience in a related industry environment.

Experience: (Essential)

Thorough knowledge of commercial building fabric and installation work activities. Working to Planned Preventative Maintenance programmes. Good understanding of working to health & safety processes. Knowledge of lone working requirements.

Aptitudes:

Good verbal communication skills at all levels, Good written English skills, Ability to diagnose and repair effectively. Taking a solution focused approach. Familiar with use of a computer as will need to access the Facilities Management software for task allocations and completions. Able to plan and organise work with minimal supervision. Able to acquire and maintain sufficient knowledge of a buildings operation and services. Able to work outside of discipline if required and safe to do so.

Character:

Positive thinker and enthusiastic team player. Desire to provide excellent customer service and forge strong relationships. Ability to adapt to changing circumstances. Able to cope under pressure. Able to make sound decisions when needed. Physically fit and able to carry tools and components by hand up to the current manual handling regs. Able to ascend / descend vertical access equipment. Able to work at height. A team player and able to develop strong productive relations with both CBRE contract staff and Client teams. Work on own initiative.

Circumstances:

Flexible regarding working hours, Willing to undertake overtime if offered. Willing to travel between CBRE client sites when required at reasonable notice. Driving Licence essential.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 29,000.00-31,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount Free parking Life insurance On-site parking Store discount
Application question(s):

Are you able to easily and reliably commute to the workplace and are no more than a 30 minute journey?
Experience:

Handyperson: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person