Private Handyman


Company:	Perfect Household Staff Ltd
Salary:	from £65,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	London
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	10 Nov 2026
Closing date:	10 Dec 2026

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Summary

Perfect Household Staff is delighted to present an excellent opportunity for a dedicated, skilled, and resourceful handyman to join the property maintenance team of a high-profile company manager. The successful candidate will take responsibility for the day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of a portfolio of commercial and residential properties across London and Guildford. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed, hands-on professional who takes pride in problem-solving, managing their time effectively, and delivering work to an exceptional standard. With a varied portfolio of properties, the role offers an interesting working environment and the opportunity to apply a broad range of practical maintenance and decorating skills.

Working as a professional handyman involves taking a pro-active approach to property maintenance, identifying potential issues, carrying out repairs, and ensuring that residential and commercial premises remain safe, functional, and well-presented. The role requires practical knowledge across various trades, including carpentry, plumbing, decorating, general repairs, and electrical maintenance within the candidate's competence. A capable handyman must also be confident working independently, prioritising maintenance requirements, arranging specialist contractors when necessary, and overseeing external works through to completion. In this position, particular emphasis will be placed on high-quality decorating, meticulous surface preparation, and the application of premium finishes, including polished plaster and specialist decorative treatments where required.

Type: Permanent, Full-Time, Live-Out

Working Days: Monday to Friday, with weekend availability when required

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, normally Monday to Friday, 9:00–18:00

Language: English

Salary: £65,000 gross per annum

Location: Portfolio of commercial and residential properties across London and Guildford, GB. A company-provided van will be available for travel among properties

Starting Date: December 2026

Benefits of the Position:

£65,000 gross per annum, offering an attractive remuneration package for an experienced handyman.

A van will be supplied by the principal for travelling between the various properties.

An opportunity to secure a stable, long-term position.

Opportunities to undertake premium decorating work, including polished plaster and specialist finishes.

Main duties of the Full-Time Handyman:

Taking responsibility for the day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of the commercial and residential property portfolio across London and Guildford.

Carrying out general repairs and maintenance, including carpentry, plumbing, minor electrical work within the candidate's competence, and other practical maintenance tasks.

Identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving maintenance issues efficiently and independently.

Completing scheduled maintenance tasks across both internal and external areas of the properties.

Conducting preventative maintenance inspections and identifying items that require repair, upgrading, or replacement.

Carrying out high-quality decorating across a range of residential and commercial spaces.

Preparing surfaces meticulously, including sanding, filling, repairing imperfections, and priming.

Applying paints, wallpapers, and specialist decorative finishes with precision.

Delivering polished plaster and other high-end decorative finishes where required.

Identifying when maintenance or repair requirements fall outside personal expertise or require specialist contractors.

Researching and identifying suitable external specialists for specific maintenance and repair projects.

Liaising with the wider team to coordinate maintenance projects and ensure work progresses efficiently.

Communicating clearly and professionally with colleagues at all levels, providing updates on ongoing works and any issues requiring attention.

Driving the company-provided van between the various properties across London and Guildford.

Planning daily journeys and maintenance schedules efficiently to manage time effectively.

Essential requirements

Requirements for this Full-Time Handyman job: Three or more years of private handyman or property maintenance experience Two excellent checkable references Conversational English UK working permit

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