Maintenance Operative / Handyman – Sheffield

Company: Deverell Smith Recruitment Ltd
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Location: Sheffield
Job Description:

Handyman / Maintenance Operative – Part-Time


£14 per hour | 3 days a week (24 hrs) | Student Accommodation


We’re recruiting on behalf of our client, a student accommodation provider, for a reliable Handyman/Maintenance Operative to cover their site part-time.


You’ll be the go-to for day-to-day repairs and site upkeep, with cover weighted towards the start and end of the week when students are most likely to report issues.


What you’ll be doing



  • General repairs and maintenance jobs as directed

  • Daily shift checks: plant rooms, fire exits, fire panels, emergency lighting, storage areas, bin stores, building security

  • Supervising contractors on-site during visits and call-outs

  • Keeping the site safe, tidy and compliant with H&S standards

  • Delivering great customer service to residents, guests and contractors


What we’re looking for



  • Handyman/maintenance/facilities experience (preferred)

  • Practical, hands-on repair skills

  • Reliable, punctual, happy working independently

  • Local to the site

  • Right to work in the UK


Hours: 3 days/week, 24 hrsPay: £14/hourStart: ASAP

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Posted: October 11th, 2026