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Handyperson (Maintenance Operative)

Location: Barking, London
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 (40 hours per week)
Call-out rota: Occasional, across two local school sites
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits

Time for a Change? Step Into a Role Where You Can Make a Real Impact.

If you’re a practical, hands-on person with a knack for fixing things and keeping buildings running smoothly, this could be the career move you’ve been waiting for. Whether you're already working in facilities maintenance or looking for a fresh start in a more meaningful environment — we’d love to hear from you.

Equans is looking for a reliable and skilled Handyperson (Maintenance Operative) to join our on-site Facilities Management team at a secondary school in Barking. You’ll play a key role in keeping the school safe, operational, and well-maintained, helping to create a better environment for staff and students alike.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carrying out day-to-day planned and reactive maintenance tasks across the site

• Supporting minor mechanical, electrical, and fabric repairs – no two days are the same

• Conducting regular door and fire door inspections to ensure safety compliance

• Assisting with statutory and mandatory maintenance work as directed by the Engineering Supervisor

• Participating in a shared out-of-hours call-out rota for both schools on the Barking contract

• Maintaining accurate records and using IT systems for task updates and reporting

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in general maintenance or building services, ideally in a commercial or educational setting

• Basic trade skills in one or more areas: plumbing, electrical, carpentry, or general fabric maintenance

• A practical mindset and willingness to learn on the job

• Comfortable using IT systems for reporting and scheduling (basic computer literacy essential)

• Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach

• Able to work independently, take initiative, and manage your own time effectively

• A full UK driving licence

• Able to pass an enhanced DBS check (required due to school environment)

What’s in It for You?

• A secure, long-term role within a respected global company

• Generous holiday allowance

• Access to training and development with opportunities to grow your skills

• Company share scheme

• Cycle to work scheme

• Season ticket loan

• 2 paid volunteering days per year

• Employee assistance programme for wellbeing and support

• Be part of a company that truly values diversity, inclusion, and personal growth

Who Are We?

Equans is a leading energy and services company and part of the global Bouygues group. We design, build, and maintain critical infrastructure, and we’re helping clients across the UK and Ireland transition to a greener, more efficient future.

In the UK alone, our 13,500+ employees work across smart buildings, energy services, and technical maintenance — helping shape the communities of tomorrow.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're looking for more than just a job — if you want a role where you can build a career and make a difference — we want to hear from you. Click apply to register your interest today.

Equans is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is supported to be themselves. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, and our employee networks offer support across gender, ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, disability, veterans, young professionals, parents, and more.

Please note: You must have the right to work in the UK to apply. Some roles may require a Disclosure (DBS) check.