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Salary: Up to £14.42 per hour
Type: Full Time
Region: UK - Yorkshire & Humberside
Town/City: Leeds, West Yorkshire
Posted: 15/07/2026
Reference: GW LSH_1784102737
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Maintenance Assistant / Handyperson
Leeds
Temporary Contract - 2 Weeks
£14.42 per hour (PAYE)
Daniel Owen are currently recruiting for a Maintenance Assistant / Handyperson on behalf of our client, supporting the engineering team at a large industrial facility in Leeds.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a hands-on approach and experience carrying out general maintenance and DIY tasks within commercial or industrial environments.
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The Role
Working alongside the on-site engineering team, you will provide additional support across the facility, assisting with a variety of general maintenance duties to help ensure the site remains safe, functional, and well maintained.
This is a Monday to Friday position, working 7:00am - 3:00pm.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting the engineering team with day-to-day maintenance tasks
- Carrying out general DIY and handyperson duties
- Supporting with basic repairs and upkeep across the site
- Moving materials and equipment as required
- Ensuring work areas are kept clean, safe, and organised
- Providing general assistance to support the smooth running of the facility
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Requirements
- Previous experience in a Maintenance Assistant, Handyperson, or similar role
- Good practical DIY skills
- Experience working within commercial or industrial environments is desirable
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- A proactive and reliable approach to work
This is an immediate requirement, and we are looking to speak with candidates who are available to start at short notice.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply with an up-to-date CV
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