Handyperson

Temporary Handyperson - Student Accommodation | Birmingham City Centre (B4)

Temporary Handyperson Required

Are you a practical, hands-on individual with maintenance experience and a strong focus on customer service? Our client is seeking a Temporary Handyperson to support the day-to-day operation of a busy student accommodation site in Birmingham City Centre (B4). Based on the job description, the role involves maintenance, repairs, health & safety compliance, and supporting accommodation services.

Location

Birmingham City Centre (B4)

Pay Rate

£13.45 per hour

Hours

Monday - Thursday: 9:00am - 4:30pm

Friday: 9:00am - 3:30pm

34 hours per week

Contract

Temporary assignment

The Role

As a Handyperson, you will play a key role in maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for residents. You will respond to maintenance requests, carry out minor repairs, assist with inspections, and support the overall running of the accommodation facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to repair requests, assessing faults and carrying out repairs where possible.
• Undertake general maintenance and minor repair work across the site.
• Keep external grounds free from litter and maintain high site standards.
• Ensure refuse and recycling areas are clean, tidy, and operational on a daily basis
• Move furniture, white goods, and equipment as required.
• Maintain stock rooms and keep accurate stock records.
• Assist with emergency cleaning tasks, including spillages and flood incidents.
• Accompany managers, staff, and contractors during inspections and site visits.
• Carry out weekly fire alarm testing and assist with evacuation procedures.
• Operate professional radio communications and ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies and procedures

About You

• We're looking for someone who:
• Has general maintenance or Handyperson experience
• Has an appreciation of building maintenance and facilities issues
• Possesses a good awareness of Health & Safety requirements
• Can work independently and prioritise workloads effectively
• Is reliable, flexible, and has excellent timekeeping
• Has basic PC skills for responding to emails and completing compliance forms
• Is approachable, a strong communicator, and enjoys working as part of a team
• Can confidently interact with residents, staff, and contractors in a professional manner

Interested?

If you're a dependable and proactive Handyperson looking for your next temporary opportunity in a fast-paced student accommodation environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.