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Maintenance Operative

Job Posted: an hour ago

Salary: £ 28,000 - 35,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Cardiff, South Glamorgan

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Our client, a growing, international student accommodation provider with sites across the UK and Europe are looking for a hands-on Maintenance Operative to join our Cardiff team.

If you’re the kind of person who can fix a leak, build a flat-pack in no time, and spot a safety issue before anyone else, get in touch!

What you’ll be doing:

  * Tackle day-to-day repairs (basic plumbing, carpentry, decorating and simple electrical work)

  * Respond quickly to maintenance tickets and keep on top of agreed SLAs

  * Carry out regular inspections, flagging and fixing defects or safety issues

  * Support with planned preventative maintenance (PPM)

  * Keep plant rooms, workshops and storage areas clean, tidy and safe

  * Use tools and equipment responsibly and store them correctly

  * Liaise with contractors and external engineers

  * Help with room moves, set-ups and furniture assembly

  * Pitch in during site emergencies, including occasional out-of-hours support

  * Always work in line with health & safety regulations

What skills you'll bring:

  * Experience in maintenance, facilities or building services

  * Solid all-round skills in general building maintenance (plumbing, painting, carpentry, etc.)

  * A good understanding of health & safety and safe working practices

  * The ability to prioritise, use your initiative and work well in a team

  * Clear, friendly communication skills and a customer-focused mindset

It’s a bonus if you have:

  * Relevant trade qualifications (e.g. City & Guilds, NVQ)

  * Experience in student accommodation, residential or commercial buildings

  * Basic IT skills for using maintenance reporting or ticketing systems

Benefits:

  * 25 days’ annual leave, rising to 28 days after 5 years

  * Discretionary bonus scheme

  * A supportive, friendly team environment

  * A role with real impact on students’ day-to-day lives

Please note:

  * The role may involve occasional evenings or weekends

  * A DBS check will be required

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