Maintenance & Construction General Technician

ZipRecruiter; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a growing property services team as a Maintenance & Construction General Technician in Peterborough. With a focus on high-quality workmanship, you will handle various maintenance tasks across residential and commercial properties. This role offers a supportive work environment, a career development path, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Company van provided + fuel card

Full toolbox and uniform/PPE

3x salary Life Assurance

Bupa Health Cash Plan

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in general building works and property maintenance.
• Proven skills in carpentry, electrical work, and painting & decorating.
• Hands-on project delivery and small works management.

Responsibilities

• Deliver general maintenance and construction works across various properties.
• Support site set-ups and assist with small-scale project works as needed.
• Communicate effectively with site managers, other trades, and tenants.

Skills

Carpentry

Electrical Work

Painting & Decorating

Time Management

Customer Service

Education

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

Job Description

Maintenance & Construction General Technician

Location: Peterborough, North of Peterborough, or York

Salary: £29,000 basic + benefits package

Employment Type: Full-time | Permanent

Are you a multi-skilled technician with a passion for building, maintenance, and high-quality workmanship? An exciting opportunity awaits to join a growing, fast-paced property services team working across residential, commercial, and industrial properties in the North of England.

We’re looking for an experienced Maintenance & Construction General Technician who’s ready to hit the ground running and contribute to a collaborative, skilled trades team shaping the future of property maintenance and development.

What You'll Do

1. Deliver general maintenance and construction works across various properties
2. Undertake a broad range of tasks including carpentry, electrical, and painting & decorating works
3. Support site set-ups and assist with small-scale project works as needed
4. Communicate effectively with site managers, other trades, and tenants to ensure work is completed to high standards
5. Maintain accurate documentation and report on task progress, material usage, and issues
6. Adhere to all health and safety protocols and company policies
7. Represent the team with professionalism and pride, delivering outstanding customer service

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in general building works and property maintenance
• Proven skills in carpentry, electrical work, and painting & decorating
• Hands-on project delivery and small works management
• Confident in using IT tools for scheduling, reporting, and documentation
• A strong, customer-focused approach with a can-do attitude
• Valid driver’s licence (essential)

Attributes

• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Positive, motivated, and reliable
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a multi-trade team
• Strong communicator with the ability to liaise with stakeholders at all levels

Perks & Benefits

• Company van provided + fuel card
• Full toolbox and uniform/PPE
• 3x salary Life Assurance (Death in Service benefit)
• Bupa Health Cash Plan — cashback on dental, optical, prescriptions, and more
• Career development opportunities within a growing company

Join a forward-thinking team of 25+ technicians and trades specialists as part of a business managing a significant UK-wide property portfolio. This is your chance to build a long-term career with an organisation setting new standards in property services.

Apply now to become a key part of our growing Northern operations team.

GWV Talent Solutions Limited (trading as Gerrard White Consulting and Vermelo RPO) acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary and contract workers.

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