Handyman / Facilities Maintenance Technician

Your tasks

The Facilities Maintenance Technician provides on-site support for minor repair and maintenance works across the school. The role helps to ensure that day-to-day maintenance requests are attended to promptly and efficiently, contributing to a safe, functional and well-maintained environment.

1. Minor Repair & Maintenance

• Carry out minor repairs and replacement of locks, handles, hinges, door hardware, fixtures and fittings.
• Perform minor carpentry, plumbing, painting, patching, touch-up and general building repair works.
• Carry out minor electrical works, including light bulb replacement, minor electrical repairs and rectification of electrical defects.

1. Estate Maintenance Support

• Attend to ad-hoc maintenance requests and minor rectification works across the school premises.
• Conduct basic checks and identify maintenance issues, escalating more complex or specialised works where necessary.
• Support the team in maintaining the cleanliness, functionality and condition of facilities.

1. Tools & Work Records

• Use common hand and power tools safely and appropriately.
• Maintain proper records of maintenance works completed and materials used.
• Adhere to workplace safety requirements and relevant maintenance procedures.

Requirements

• Minimum NITEC/Higher NITEC or equivalent relevant technical qualification.
• At least 2 years of relevant hands-on experience in building maintenance, facilities maintenance or handyman services.
• Practical skills in minor carpentry, plumbing, painting, fixtures and fittings, basic electrical-related maintenance and general building repairs.
• Able to work independently and respond promptly to maintenance requests.
• Good problem-solving and practical troubleshooting skills.
• Able to use common hand and power tools safely.
• Responsible, hands-on and service-oriented, with good attention to detail.
• Able to maintain proper work records and documentation.