Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician/Handyman – £17ph + hol pay

Tools provided, No CSCS Card required, 10 weeks

We are looking for a proactive multi skilled

Maintenance Operative/Handyman to join a busy student accommodation for 10 weeks. In this role, you will play a key part in delivering an outstanding living experience by ensuring all maintenance and repair requests within the accommodation 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.

• Carry out reactive and preventative maintenance across the property.
• 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 room inspections and promptly resolve any issues identified.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and log all issues within the system.
• 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.

• Experience in general maintenance, handyman, multi trader work.
• A reliable and self‑motivated individual who takes ownership of their work.
• 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 reliable, hands on and proactive person then this is the role for you!