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Maintenance Operative – Minor Adaptations (Handyperson Service)

Location: Durham (travel between local properties)

Contract: Temporary – up to 30 June

Hours: 37 hours/week

Rate: £13.70 per hour

Van: Included - with travel from home address to job and return

DBS: Enhanced DBS required and paid for by GI Group. Immediate starts

Overview GI Group is recruiting Maintenance Operatives to deliver minor adaptations for a social housing client in Durham. The role supports vulnerable customers to remain safe and independent by installing hand and grab rails, carrying out small home repairs.

Key duties

• Install grab rails, internal/external handrails and step adaptations to specification.
• Complete small-scale household repairs and basic joinery tasks.
• Accurately record all work on site (materials used, time, client notes) using an electronic tablet – all successful candidates must be able to record work on a tablet.
• Accountable for safe use of materials, vehicles, tools, stock.
• Liaise with clients, Occupational Therapists, referrers and colleagues; escalate issues to the Team Leader.
• Comply with health & safety policies, wear PPE and follow procedures at all times.

Essential requirements

• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between properties.
• Experience in repairs and joinery/carpentry sufficient to fit minor adaptations.
• Understanding of building construction, maintenance, materials and basic building regs.
• Ability to carry out basic household repairs to a high standard.
• Able to use an electronic tablet to record work on site (basic digital literacy and data entry).
• Right to work in the UK.

Desirable

• Experience working with vulnerable client groups and outside agencies.

What we offer

• Paid Enhanced DBS and role-specific induction/training.
• Temporary placement through GI Group with immediate
• Supportive team and clear operational procedures.

How to apply Submit your CV and current availability via Spinner2 or contact MARC WATT, GI Group Recruiter, for queries. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a telephone screening.

GI Group is an equal opportunities employer.