Handy Person

The work can range from simple building maintenance to plumbing, painting, and gardening. As a handy person, it will be your job to carry out those repairs so having a broad range of craftsmanship and practical skills will prove useful when carrying out repairs or general maintenance on buildings.

Some of your regular duties could include:

· Changing light bulbs and ensuring other fixtures and fittings are in good working order, changing fuses, etc.

· Minor plumbing and carpentry

· Clearing or cleaning general areas

· Shifting furniture or equipment

· Assembling furniture or equipment

· Garden/landscape installation and maintenance

· Footpath maintenance

· Painting and decorating

· Clearing gutters

· Maintaining property exterior through the different seasons

Basic numeracy and literacy skills are important as is an ability to read and understand instructions.

· Ability to resolve problems and adhere to health and safety guidelines

· Ability to deal with other contractors or maintenance workers

· Being resourceful and self-motivated

· Physically strong - capable of working with machinery or moving heavy equipment

· Being flexible

· Able to resolve complaints quickly and efficiently

· Able to work as part of a team

· Good communication skills