Handyperson

Description

Assisting with statutory and mandatory maintenance work as directed by the Engineering Supervisor

Conducting regular door and fire door inspections to ensure safety compliance

Maintaining accurate records and using IT systems for task updates and reporting

Supporting minor mechanical, electrical, and fabric repairs - no two days are the same

Carrying out day-to-day planned and reactive maintenance tasks across the site

Participating in a shared out-of-hours call-out rota for both schools on the Barking contract

• Assisting with statutory and mandatory maintenance work as directed by the Engineering Supervisor
• Conducting regular door and fire door inspections to ensure safety compliance
• Maintaining accurate records and using IT systems for task updates and reporting
• Supporting minor mechanical, electrical, and fabric repairs - no two days are the same
• Carrying out day-to-day planned and reactive maintenance tasks across the site
• Participating in a shared out-of-hours call-out rota for both schools on the Barking contract

Requirements

If you're a practical, hands-on person with a knack for fixing things and keeping buildings running smoothly, this could be the career move you've been waiting for. Whether you're already working in facilities maintenance or looking for a fresh start in a more meaningful environment - we'd love to hear from you.

A practical mindset and willingness to learn on the job

Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach

Able to work independently, take initiative, and manage your own time effectively

Equans is looking for a reliable and skilled Handyperson (Maintenance Operative) to join our on-site Facilities Management team at a secondary school in Barking. You'll play a key role in keeping the school safe, operational, and well-maintained, helping to create a better environment for staff and students alike.

Able to pass an enhanced DBS check (required due to school environment)

A full UK driving licence

Basic trade skills in one or more areas: plumbing, electrical, carpentry, or general fabric maintenance

Previous experience in general maintenance or building services, ideally in a commercial or educational setting

Comfortable using IT systems for reporting and scheduling (basic computer literacy essential)

Please note: You must have the right to work in the UK to apply. Some roles may require a Disclosure (DBS) check.

• A practical mindset and willingness to learn on the job
• Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach
• Able to work independently, take initiative, and manage your own time effectively
• Able to pass an enhanced DBS check (required due to school environment)
• A full UK driving licence
• Basic trade skills in one or more areas: plumbing, electrical, carpentry, or general fabric maintenance
• Previous experience in general maintenance or building services, ideally in a commercial or educational setting
• Comfortable using IT systems for reporting and scheduling (basic computer literacy essential)

Benefits

Company share scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance programme for wellbeing and support

2 paid volunteering days per year

Access to training and development with opportunities to grow your skills

A secure, long-term role within a respected global company

Season ticket loan

• Company share scheme
• Generous holiday allowance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance programme for wellbeing and support
• 2 paid volunteering days per year
• Access to training and development with opportunities to grow your skills
• A secure, long-term role within a respected global company
• Season ticket loan

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance