Handyperson – Maintenance & Repairs for Oxford College

About the role

We are seeking a reliable Handyperson to join a prestigious Oxford college. The role involves a variety of maintenance tasks across multiple campus sites, ensuring all facilities remain safe and functional.

Key responsibilities

• Perform minor plumbing repairs and maintain heating, hot and cold‑water systems.
• Carry out basic carpentry work, including fixing doors, windows and furniture.
• Replace faulty white goods and appliances, and install kitchen units.
• General painting, decorating and minor building repairs.
• Clear blocked drains and conduct fire‑alarm testing.
• Inspect and test lifts and elevators.
• Travel between college sites as required.

Required profile

• Full driving licence (advantageous for site travel).
• Ability to work 40 hours per week on‑site.
• Experience in a similar maintenance or handyperson role.
• Good organisational skills and ability to work independently.

Required skills

• Plumbing and heating system maintenance.
• Basic carpentry and joinery.
• Appliance repair and replacement.
• Painting and decorating.
• Kitchen unit installation.
• Drain clearing.
• Fire‑alarm testing.
• Lift and elevator inspection.

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate (£15‑£20 per hour).
• Free meals and uniform provision.
• Long‑term, full‑time employment with a respected academic institution.
• Opportunity to work across diverse historic and modern buildings.