Handyperson

New Handyperson position available at Randstad CPE (phone number removed) Job Title: Maintenance Handyman / Skilled Multi-Trader Location: Folkestone, Kent Contract Duration: 3 - 4 Weeks- Starting in October. Pay Rate:…

Pay rate £17 – £22/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 9 September 2026

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New Handyperson position available at Randstad CPE (phone number removed)

Job Title: Maintenance Handyman / Skilled Multi-Trader

Location: Folkestone, Kent

Contract Duration: 3 - 4 Weeks- Starting in October.

Pay Rate: £17.00 - £19.00 per hour (dependent on experience and pay type)

About the Role

We are looking for a practical, multi-skilled Handyman for a short-term, 3 to 4-week contract in Folkestone.

This role is ideal for an experienced multi-trader who can work independently to work through a varied punch-list of snagging, general repairs, minor decorating, and fixings across the site/property.

Key Responsibilities

Carrying out general repair work, basic carpentry (e.g., hanging doors, fitting ironmongery, skirting, repairs).

Basic plumbing duties (e.g., replacing taps, fixing leaks, re-sealing baths/showers, basic pipework).

Patch plastering, filling, touch-up painting, and basic decorating.

General site fixings, assembling furniture/fixtures, hanging signs, and basic ground maintenance where required.

Keeping work areas clean, tidy, and safe for occupants or site staff.

Requirements

Proven background as a Handyman, Maintenance Technician, or Multi-Trader.

Own hand & power tools essential for general repairs and carpentry/plumbing tasks.

CSCS Card preferred (may be required depending on whether site is commercial or domestic).

Full PPE (Steel toe-cap boots, high-vis, safety glasses).

Strong problem-solving ability, self-motivated, and good customer-facing/communication skills.

Right to work in the UK.

Working Hours & Benefits

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (40 hours per week).

Duration: 3 to 4 weeks of consistent short-term work, starting in October.

Pay Rate: £17.00 - £19.00 per hour (paid weekly via CIS, Umbrella, or PAYE).

How to Apply

If you are based in or near Folkestone with your own tools and ready for an immediate start, contact Lewis on (phone number removed).

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business

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