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HANDYPERSON (MOBILE) - TRADES & LABOUR

Carbon60 is recruiting a reliable and proactive Handyperson to support minor fabric maintenance, reactive repairs, and basic PPM activity across public-sector buildings in Dorset.

ROLE: Handyperson (Mobile)

PAY RATE: £12.99 - £19.48 per hour (PAYE)

CONTRACT TYPE: Temp - December 2025 to October 2026

LOCATION: Dorset (Mobile)

WORKING PATTERN: Full-time (Shifts and travel required)

THE ROLE:
This position involves delivering minor reactive repairs, carrying out low-level planned maintenance, undertaking housekeeping and grounds-related tasks, and supporting technicians across multiple public-sector sites. You will ensure safe access, maintain building integrity, and respond to basic maintenance issues within agreed timeframes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
General Maintenance & Fabric Works
Complete minor fabric repairs and reactive tasks issued through the helpdesk within required SLAs.
Deliver low-level PPM tasks and proactive maintenance to support safe and compliant operation of the estate.
Carry out basic plumbing tasks and monthly legionella checks.
Maintain plant rooms and internal areas to an acceptable housekeeping standard.
Site Safety, Security & Housekeeping
Conduct daily walk-rounds to assess building condition, internally and externally.
Report defects promptly through the helpdesk; rectify minor H&S issues where capable.
Attend and clear spillages, assist cleaning staff where necessary, and ensure safe access routes.
Remove graffiti using appropriate methods and escalate where needed.

Grounds & External Duties
Support general grounds maintenance including litter picking, tidying external areas, emptying waste bins, and basic upkeep.
Carry out winter gritting of staff/public walkways to maintain safe access.

Operational Support & Coordination
Assist Technicians and the Technical Supervisor with maintenance tasks and PPM completion.
Manage contractor visits, ensuring risk assessments and working standards are adhered to.
Maintain accurate records, administration, and compliance documentation.
Engage proactively with building users to address concerns or escalate where required.
Must be willing to travel between sites and work shift patterns as required.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
Trade Skills
Experience or competency in
Joinery
Basic plumbing
General building and fabric repairs

Other Requirements
Full UK driving licence (mobile role)
Ability to work independently and safely
Good customer interaction and communication skills
Awareness of H&S, COSHH, risk assessments, and safe working practices

KEY BEHAVIOURS / COMPETENCIES
Candidates must demonstrate:
Collaborating: Works well with others and supports the wider team.
Contributing: Offers ideas and takes initiative.
Delivering: Consistently produces good work and completes tasks reliably.
Planning: Thinks ahead and prioritises effectively.

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy