Facilities Technician – Maintenance & Safety (Housing)

Unite Foundation; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 19,260 - 23,540; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related bonus

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Life assurance

Enhanced family leave

Medicash health plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Free volunteering day each year

Discounted retail services

20% student rent discount

Job summary

A student housing provider in Birmingham is seeking a Facilities Team Member to ensure safe and welcoming living spaces. Responsibilities include performing maintenance tasks, ensuring health and safety compliance, and delivering high-quality customer service to residents. The role requires a valid UK driver's license and basic maintenance skills such as plumbing and electrical work. Benefits include a performance-related bonus, generous leave policy, and a pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid UK driver’s license necessary for travelling between sites.
• Basic maintenance skills in joinery, plumbing, and electrical work.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation ensuring safe working conditions.
• Experience in general maintenance and customer service roles.
• Strong problem-solving and professional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance tasks including repairs and upkeep.
• Ensure health and safety compliance in the working environment.
• Deliver excellent customer service to residents and colleagues.
• Use digital tools to log maintenance issues and inspections.

Skills

Basic technical maintenance skills

Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation

Strong problem-solving skills

Customer service experience

Communication skills

Job description

A student housing provider in Birmingham is seeking a Facilities Team Member to ensure safe and welcoming living spaces. Responsibilities include performing maintenance tasks, ensuring health and safety compliance, and delivering high-quality customer service to residents. The role requires a valid UK driver's license and basic maintenance skills such as plumbing and electrical work. Benefits include a performance-related bonus, generous leave policy, and a pension scheme.