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Salary: £21 - £24 per hour
Type: Full Time
Region: UK - East
Town/City: Colchester, Essex
Posted: 06/07/2026
Listed in: Electrical Engineering
Reference: TSM080_1783329754
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Job Title: Handyperson
Location: Colchester
Rate: £21.00 - £24.00 per hour
Job Type: Temp
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Handyperson to join a well-established maintenance team on a static site in Colchester. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a long-term position with the potential to secure a permanent role.
The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out a range of general maintenance tasks, including snagging, making good, painting and other finishing works to ensure properties are completed to a high standard.
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Key Responsibilities
- Carrying out general snagging and finishing works.
- Making good walls, ceilings, woodwork and other surfaces following maintenance or installation works.
- Internal painting and decorating to a high standard.
- Completing minor repairs and general maintenance tasks as required.
- Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
- Maintaining a clean and organised work area.
- Reporting any additional maintenance issues identified during works.
- Providing excellent customer service while working within occupied and unoccupied properties where required.
The Successful Candidate Will Have
- Previous experience in a Handyperson or Multi-Trade role.
- Strong skills in making good, patch repairs and painting & decorating.
- Experience carrying out general property maintenance.
- Good understanding of health and safety procedures.
- Ability to work independently and manage daily workloads effectively.
- Excellent attention to detail and pride in delivering high-quality work.
- Full UK driving licence is desirable.
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What's On Offer
- £21.00 - £24.00 per hour.
- Static site based in Colchester.
- Stable, long-term work.
- Opportunity to join a well-established maintenance team.
- Ongoing support and career progression opportunities.
Tags: Handyman, Hand person, Handyperson, Painter, Painting
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