Handyperson | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Handypersons carry out minor repairs and small jobs in people's homes and businesses.

  • Transfer tools, parts, equipment, and supplies to and from work stations and other areas.  
  • Disassemble broken or defective equipment to facilitate repair and reassemble equipment when repairs are complete.  
  • Install or replace machinery, equipment, and new or replacement parts and instruments, using hand or power tools.  
  • Examine and test
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Handypersons typically work around 43 to 45 hours per week.

As a Handyperson you will typically work as a contractor / self-employed.

This occupation tends to be:

  • Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely
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* from ONETonline
Average salary
21,057 GBP *
per year
14,000 GBP
23,000 GBP
Starting
5+ Experience
* data taken from the Office of National Statistics (ons.gov.uk)
Average salary for Handyperson

  • 23,973 GBP
  • 20,083 GBP
Average salary for part-time Handyperson
Average salary for full-time Handyperson

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  • 10,909 GBP
  • 10,984 GBP
  • 10,394 GBP
  • 21,057 GBP
  • 20,083 GBP
  • 23,973 GBP
Salary over time for Handyperson

Salary for this role has increased over time
  • 18,172 GBP
  • 18,123 GBP
  • 18,563 GBP
  • 19,080 GBP
  • 19,573 GBP
  • 20,489 GBP
  • 21,057 GBP
  • 21,462 GBP
  • 22,764 GBP
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Future outlook for Handypersons

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Very good outlook
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Balanced outlook
3% yearly wage growth (on average)

Handyperson - Your future job?


Which qualifications do I need?

Find out what you need to know in order to become a Handyperson and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

In terms of people already doing this job:

  • 51% of people in this role have GCSEs or equivalent
  • 28% of people in this role have do not have GCSEs or equivalent qualifications
  • 19% of people in this role have a post-secondary qualification such as a Higher National Diploma

You can take a short course in DIY skills at college. This can be a good starting point and useful when applying for jobs.

You'll need:

  • the ability to use, repair and maintain machines and tools
  • knowledge of building and construction
  • the ability to work well with your hands
  • problem-solving skills
  • practical skills for repairing and maintaining equipment
  • to be thorough and pay attention to detail
  • customer service skills
  • the ability to work well with others
  • to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device

Get the right qualification to begin your journey to becoming a Handyperson

Construction

Things to highlight for your Handyperson interview

Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.

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