Handyperson

Location : Central london
Salary : £36,000 â?? £42,000.
Vacancy type : Permanent
Vacancy ID : 50831

Our client has been installing and maintaining vertical gardens for over 30 years. They pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, innovative and bespoke vertical gardens across a range of prestigious commercial and residential projects in and around London. Their work combines technical expertise with a strong commitment to craftsmanship, reliability, and excellent client service.

 

Role Overview

They are seeking a reliable and skilled Handyperson to support our installation and maintenance teams across multiple sites in London. This is a practical, hands-on role requiring strong general maintenance skills, particularly in irrigation systems, guttering, and general plumbing.

The successful candidate must have a solid understanding of how irrigation systems work, including installation, troubleshooting, and repairs.

While plant knowledge is not essential, an interest in horticulture would be beneficial.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Installation of the irrigation systems for new projects
  • Installation of guttering for new projects
  • Carry out fault finding on irrigation systems on previous projects if and where necessary
  • Undertake general handyman tasks including fixing, assembling, and basic carpentry and installation of aluminium backing boards
  • Use tools and equipment safely and effectively on-site
  • Support site set-up and breakdown, including moving materials and equipment
  • Work across multiple sites, ensuring high standards of workmanship
  • Adhere to health and safety requirements at all times

 

Skills and Experience

Essential:

  • Proven experience in a handyperson, maintenance, or similar role
  • Good working knowledge of irrigation systems (or willingness to learn quickly)
  • Experience with guttering, drainage, or plumbing-related tasks
  • Confident using a wide range of tools and equipment
  • Practical problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Full UK driving licence (preferred)

Desirable:

  • Basic knowledge of plants or horticulture
  • Experience working on commercial or residential sites
  • IPAF, PASMA, or other relevant certifications

 

Personal Attributes

  • Reliable and punctual
  • Positive, can-do attitude
  • Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors
  • Flexible and adaptable to different sites and tasks
  • Professional and courteous when dealing with clients

 

Additional Information

  • Work will be across various locations in London
  • Occasional early starts or out-of-hours work may be required
  • Training will be provided where needed

 

Please quote 50831 when speaking with one of our consultants.

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Once again, I would like to extend my thanks to you for being so efficient and focused on my behalf. You have impressed me and have been extremely professional about matching me well with potential opportunities. Should I require staff in my new role... I will be sure to use you.

Simon (Contracts Manager)

I would like to give a big thank you to everyone in the team at Fresh Horticultural Careers for their help throughout my employment with them. Their support was great and helped me enjoy my time whilst working for them.

Ross (Horticulture)