Facilities Technician - Hands-On Maintainer

Vita Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Vita Group's Vita Student residences in Lewisham seek a hands-on caretaker/handyperson to keep our student accommodation in top condition. You’ll be on site, tackling repairs, maintenance and safety across communal spaces with a tool bag and great practical sense.

A typical day includes a building walk, simple electrical tasks, safety checks, and handling student tickets. Hours are 9am–6pm, Monday–Friday, 42.5 hours per week, with a permanent contract.

Qualifications

• Hands-on caretaker/handyperson role

Responsibilities

• Maintain bathrooms by clearing blocked showers and sinks, fixing dripping taps, stopping running toilets, and refreshing worn sealant or grout.
• Replace failed or flickering lightbulbs; escalate complex electrical issues to a qualified electrician.
• Sort out doors, handles, or locks that need attention and replace batteries where needed.
• Inspect and arrange repairs for appliances in living spaces, from fridges to washing machines.
• Assemble or replace furniture as required and refresh scuffed walls or loose trims.
• Investigate heating or window issues and involve contractors when required.

Job description

Vita Group's Vita Student residences in Lewisham seek a hands-on caretaker/handyperson to keep our student accommodation in top condition. You’ll be on site, tackling repairs, maintenance and safety across communal spaces with a tool bag and great practical sense.

A typical day includes a building walk, simple electrical tasks, safety checks, and handling student tickets. Hours are 9am–6pm, Monday–Friday, 42.5 hours per week, with a permanent contract.