Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician/Operative, Croydon, CR0 Temporary, 4-8 weeks, £16.50ph (£34K) We are looking for a proactive multi skilled Maintenance Operative for a luxury apartment building in Croydon. In this static role, you will play a key part in delivering an outstanding living experience by ensuring all maintenance and repair requests within the property are handled efficiently and effectively. This is a hands-on position where no two days are the same—perfect for someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.

Duties Deliver excellent customer service, working closely with colleagues and management. Carry out reactive and preventative maintenance across the property. Coordinate and monitor onsite contractors to ensure work is completed to a high standard. Complete planned maintenance tasks, including:
Fire alarm and emergency lighting testing Fire extinguisher checks Water hygiene tasks (flushing & temperature monitoring) Shower head descaling Health & safety inspections Conduct regular building patrols to identify maintenance issues and safety risks. Perform scheduled flat inspections and promptly resolve any issues identified. Maintain accurate maintenance records and log all issues within the system. Ensure compliance documentation is up to date (gas safety, PAT testing, wiring certification, etc.).

Follow all health & safety procedures, including risk assessments and permit-to-work systems. Engage professionally with residents, showing empathy and understanding. Report any welfare concerns immediately to management. Support the wider team with reception/admin duties when required. What We're Looking For Experience in general maintenance, including plumbing and/or electrical work. A reliable and self-motivated individual who takes ownership of their work.

Strong understanding of health & safety legislation. Ability to prioritise workload and work independently as well as part of a team. A positive, customer-first attitude, with the ability to build rapport with residents. If you are a practical, solution-driven individual with a passion for maintenance and customer service, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!