Maintenance Operative - Acton

Location: North Acton

A leading Build to Rent property company is seeking a proactive and skilled Maintenance Operative to join its on-site team at a high-quality residential scheme in North Acton. Salary: £30,000 - £35,000.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on maintenance professional who takes pride in their work and enjoys delivering a first-class living experience for residents.

The Role

As Maintenance Operative, you will be responsible for providing efficient, responsive, and preventative maintenance services across the property. You will play a key role in ensuring the building is safe, well maintained, and compliant with all relevant health and safety standards, while delivering excellent customer service at all times

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Key Responsibilities

Carry out day-to-day reactive and planned maintenance tasks
Conduct regular building inspections and health & safety checks
Complete fire alarm testing, emergency lighting checks, water hygiene monitoring and related compliance tasks
Liaise with and monitor contractors to ensure work is completed to a high standard
Log, track and manage maintenance issues accurately
Maintain statutory records including gas safety, PAT testing, fixed wiring and other compliance documentation
Interact professionally and courteously with residents, recognising the property as their home
Support wider site operations when required, including basic administrative or reception cover
What We’re Looking For

Proven experience in general building maintenance (electrical, plumbing or joinery)
A relevant trade qualification (desirable but not essential)
Strong understanding of health & safety legislation
Ability to manage and prioritise workload independently
Confident communicator with a customer-focused approach
Comfortable using basic IT systems such as Outlook, Word and Excel
Hours of Work

Monday to Friday: 8am–5pm or 9am–6pm
1 in 3 Saturdays (8am–5pm) on a rota basis
When a Saturday is worked, a Friday off in lieu is provided the following week
Additional hours may be required during peak summer periods
Benefits

Competitive salary
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Paid overtime
Pension scheme
Life assurance
Employee Assistance Programme
If you’re a reliable and motivated Maintenance Operative looking to join a professional Build to Rent environment with excellent benefits and work-life balance, we’d love to hear from you