Maintenance Operative

Please note this role requires a DBS check.

Tura is a brand-new Build to Rent development offering 500 high-end apartments on the banks of the River Aire in Leeds. Ideally located, Tura is just a 10-minute walk from Leeds Central Station and a stone's throw away from Tower Works at Mustard Wharf. Residents will enjoy exclusive on-site amenities, including a gym, residents’ lounge, and outdoor communal spaces.

Hey there! Ready to make a difference?

At urbanbubble, we believe cities should be vibrant, fun, and full of life. We’re all about creating welcoming communities where people feel truly  you’re someone who loves making connections, providing top-tier service, and bringing positive energy to everything you do, we’d love for you to join us as a Maintenance Operative on a 40 hour per week contract, working between Monday - Sunday on a rota basis!

As a Maintenance Operative, you’ll be right at the heart of our community, making sure our buildings and shared spaces are always in top condition. You’ll provide first-line support for maintenance requests, carry out repairs, and ensure our homes and communal areas are safe, welcoming, and well cared for.

• - Reactive Works:
• Responding to maintenance requests and work orders quickly and effectively.
• Carrying out minor repairs, decoration, and reactive works in homes and communal areas.
• Performing lighting checks and replacing bulbs.
• Acting as the first responder for emergencies such as leaks.
• - Statutory Compliance:
• Keeping accurate records of tests, inspections, and engineer visits.
• Supporting compliance checks such as fire alarm testing and PAT records.
• Raising issues and escalating to specialists when required.
• - Health & Safety:
• Conducting daily checks to ensure life safety systems are working
• Following all health and safety procedures and legislation.
• Ensuring PPE, tools, and equipment are used correctly and safely
• Maintaining a clean, tidy, and safe workspace.
• - Third Party Contractors & Planned works
• Escorting and supporting visiting engineers.
• Monitoring scheduled maintenance and reporting missed works.
• Logging contractor activity and ensuring site standards are maintained.
• - Site Stores & Plant Rooms:
• Managing tools, consumables, and spare parts inventory.
• Keeping plant rooms and maintenance areas safe, clear, and well organised.
• - Customer Service and Team Work:
• Acting as a role model for urbanbubble values.
• Working closely with the operations team and providing excellent service to residents.
• Communicating clearly and positively with both colleagues and residents.

• - City & Guilds Multi Skills Certificate (desirable)
• - Electrical competency certificate (within last 3 years)
• - Previous experience in a building technician or maintenance role
• - Knowledge of COSHH, decorating, fabric repair, flooring types, and water systems (L8 awareness)
• - Familiarity with CAFM systems (computer-aided facilities management)
• - A proactive, positive, and can-do attitude
• - Strong customer service mindset and problem-solving approach

We're passionate about our people & making sure that you have everything you need for your health, wellbeing & personal growth. After all, it's not just about what you do here - it's about being part of a company that truly cares & supports you!

Here's a little glimpse into our bubble benefits;

• - Birthday day off, monthly paid wellbeing hour & enhanced annual leave to make sure you get the rest you need
• - Company pension scheme & medical Coverfor your long-term health & to help plan for the future
• - Refer a friend scheme to earn that bit of extra money by bringing incredible talent on board
• - Paid volunteering day & social events to give back to causes that truly matter & connect with…