Simon Lincoln Recruitment Solutions
Location: London (SE5)
Salary: £13.50 per hour
Job Type: Temporary
Duration: 2 – 4 weeks
Hours: 17 hours a week Monday – Wednesday
This is a hands-on role suited to someone with previous maintenance, caretaking or facilities experience who is confident working independently across a live residential environment. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day upkeep of the building, helping ensure the site remains safe, clean and fully operational for residents.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
• Carrying out basic reactive and planned maintenance tasks across the site
• Completing general repairs including basic plumbing, painting and minor joinery
• Supporting with room checks and maintenance inspections
• Ensuring communal areas remain safe, tidy and well maintained
• Reporting maintenance issues and escalating larger repairs where required
• Assisting contractors on site when needed
• Supporting the site team during busy operational periods
Skills & Experience
• Previous experience within maintenance, facilities or caretaking
• Confident carrying out general building repairs and maintenance tasks
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Able to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Reliable with a proactive approach to work
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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