Maintenance Technician/Handy Person

Location: Oxygen House, Exeter Business Park, EX1 3LH (on site)

Term: Full time or part-time, permanent

Hours: Flex start and finish times - 40 hours per week

Salary: Up to £30,000 depending on experience - with additional remuneration for on-call duties and call outs

Closing date: 3 November at 9:00am

Are you a hands-on problem solver with a knack for fixing things and keeping spaces running smoothly? We're looking for a Maintenance Technician / Handy Person to join our friendly Built Environment and Property team at Oxygen House in Exeter. Whether you're seeking full-time or part-time work, this permanent role offers variety and the chance to make a real impact across a diverse portfolio of commercial and residential buildings.

From plumbing and mechanical maintenance to general repairs and improvement projects, you'll be the go-to person for keeping our spaces safe, functional, and well-presented. You'll respond to both planned and reactive maintenance needs, and participate in a shared on-call rota with additional pay for availability and callouts.

We'll support you with full training, including specialist systems and access to accredited qualifications, so you can continue to grow your skills while doing what you do best.

• Tackling general maintenance tasks like carpentry, painting, and minor repairs.

• Handling plumbing jobs and supporting mechanical upkeep.

• Conducting preventative inspections to ensure safety and compliance.

• Responding quickly to urgent maintenance issues.

• Assisting with furniture and equipment moves.

• Contributing to small-scale upgrades and installations.

• Managing tools and supplies to keep everything running smoothly.

We're looking for someone who's practical, proactive and takes pride in their work. You'll need:

• At least 5 years' experience in property maintenance across varied environments (office, residential, mixed-use).

• Solid skills in general maintenance and basic plumbing.

• A strong understanding of health & safety and safe working practices.

• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• The ability to adapt to changing priorities.

• Physical capability to handle manual tasks and work in different conditions, including confined spaces and outdoors.

We offer more than just a job, we offer a supportive, forward-thinking environment with benefits that make a real difference:

Family and Finance Benefits - Enhanced parental leave, Contributory pension (matched up to 5%), Group life assurance, Employee assistance programme

Heath Benefits - Private medical insurance, Private dental insurance, Virtual GP, Eyecare vouchers, Flu Vaccinations

Green Benefits - Green travel incentive, Cycle to work scheme, Electric car scheme and charging

Annual Leave - 25 days' holiday, rising by 1 day per year to a maximum of 30 days

Wellbeing - Access to an on-site gym and exercise classes

Complimentary food - Planet-friendly meals provided daily with vegan and gluten-free options available

Ready to roll up your sleeves and make a difference? Apply now and become part of a team that values your skills, supports your growth and makes work feel rewarding every day.

If you have any questions, require a different method of application, or there's any way we can support you in our recruitment process then please contact us –

Oxygen House is an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

At Oxygen House Limited, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive and equitable environment where all individuals can thrive and make an impact.

Oxygen House does not hold a licence to sponsor visas. Therefore, any job offers subsequently made would be conditional on the employee:

• Having the right to work in the UK or

• Obtaining and maintaining appropriate immigration status