Handyperson / Maintenance Support

FARE Scotland
VO103727

Role Purpose: To support FARE Scotland’s main site by helping with practical tasks, repairs, and general upkeep. Whether you're a DIY enthusiast, a retired tradesperson, or just someone handy with a toolbox — this flexible role lets you lend your skills when you're available.

Location: Bannatyne House, 31 Drumlanrig Avenue, Easterhouse, Glasgow

What You Can Get Involved In:

Light repairs and general upkeep (e.g. fixing shelves, tightening fixtures)
Painting and touch-ups around the site
Basic plumbing or electrical checks (if qualified)
Moving furniture or equipment
Supporting staff with site improvement projects

Commitment:

This can be a flexible on-call volunteer role, we’ll contact you when we have a project that we need help with. Or this can be a weekly commitment of 1-5 hours per week. Whatever is best for you!

Support and Training:

Induction and guidance from staff

Want to Lend a Hand?

We’d love to hear from you! Contact: volunteer@fare-scotland.org to chat about how you can get involved — or click "Apply" below (available when logged in and registered).

If you are interested please click the ‘apply’ button below (available when logged in and registered). You will then be contacted by the coordinator by email. If you have not heard back after 5 working days, the first step is to contact the organisation with the contact details provided. You could also check your junk/spam folder on your emails just in case the response is there. If that doesn’t work out then please feel free to contact Volunteer Glasgow on 0141 226 3431.

Experience required

Skills and Qualities Needed
Volunteers will come from a wide range of backgrounds and will have many different qualities and skills. Essential qualities for this role are:
• Practical skills in DIY, maintenance, or repairs
• Ability to work safely and follow instructions
• Reliability and good timekeeping
• Friendly and respectful approach
You don’t need to be a qualified tradesperson—just practical, reliable, and happy to roll up your sleeves. If you’re good at fixing things, painting, pu

Travel details

Free street/ site parking
Numerous bus routes
20 minute walk from Easterhouse Train Station

Travel expenses

Volunteers may request reimbursement for reasonable, pre-approved expenses incurred on behalf of FARE Scotland by submitting valid receipts. Examples of reimbursable expenses include:
• Travel between home and the volunteering site and travel during volunteering activities.
• Meal costs up to £7.00 (with receipts) when volunteering for four or more consecutive hours.
• Specialist clothing required for the role, subject to prior discussion and approval

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