Maintenance Operative

Hines; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Maintenance Operative, ensuring the safety and quality of student accommodations. This role offers a chance to make a real impact by maintaining high standards and providing excellent service to residents. You'll be involved in a variety of tasks, from general repairs and inspections to promoting safety practices. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, customer-focused, and eager to learn. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values personal development and teamwork, all while contributing to a vibrant community experience.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Competitive pay

Generous holidays

Inclusive environment

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Effective in both oral and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Performing repairs to maintain the condition of student accommodations.
• Conducting regular inspections and managing basic plumbing and heating repairs.

Skills

Self-Motivated

Customer-Focused

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

DIY Skills

Job description

Overview

Who are we?

aparto is an award-winning accommodation and student experience provider based across the UK, Ireland, Italy, and Spain. We aim to create vibrant community experiences by investing in our people, facilities, and brand. We believe in providing student homes, not just student rooms, and are committed to continuous improvement through feedback from our teams, residents, and partners. Our goal is to offer safe, enjoyable places to live and work.

Responsibilities

Role Profile

As a Maintenance Operative at aparto, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety, comfort, and quality of our student accommodations at Brigg Point. You will maintain our facilities to high standards, with support and guidance from the General Manager. Your duties include, but are not limited to:

• General Repairs: Performing repairs to maintain the condition and functionality of student accommodations, complying with health and safety regulations.

• Plumbing and Heating Repairs: Managing basic plumbing and heating repairs safely and efficiently, with ongoing training support.

• Patch Painting: Carrying out painting tasks to uphold aesthetic standards, ensuring safety compliance.

• Inspections: Conducting regular inspections of facilities and grounds, identifying maintenance needs, and reporting findings.

• Incident Management: Reporting incidents promptly to ensure swift resolution, prioritizing safety.

• Record Keeping: Keeping accurate records of inspections, maintenance, and safety checks for compliance.

• Safety Inspections: Performing safety checks using established checklists and addressing concerns with facilities management.

• Storage Areas: Keeping storage areas clean and organized.

• Equipment Inspection: Inspecting mechanical equipment in plant rooms and reporting issues.

• Fire Alarm Testing and Emergency Response: Testing fire alarms regularly and responding to emergencies as trained.

• Water Temperature and Flushing: Monitoring water temperatures and conducting flushing procedures.

• Snow Clearing: Clearing pathways of snow and gritting as needed.

• Portable Appliance Testing (PAT): Conducting annual PAT tests to ensure safety compliance, with training support.

• Safety Promotion: Promoting safe working practices and participating in health and safety training.

• Clean Workspaces: Maintaining tidy work areas to ensure safety and efficiency.

• Security Awareness: Following security protocols and collaborating on security matters.

Qualifications

Person Specifications

We seek a Maintenance Person who embodies aparto's values. The ideal candidate should have:

• Self-Motivated: Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Customer-Focused: Prioritizing resident satisfaction and well-being.
• Outgoing and Enthusiastic: Friendly, approachable, with practical problem-solving skills.
• High Energy: Capable of handling physically demanding tasks.
• Communication Skills: Effective in both oral and written communication.
• Problem-Solving: Demonstrates initiative and problem-solving ability.
• Work Standards: Maintains high work standards and meets performance targets independently.
• DIY Skills: Basic DIY skills.
• Desire to Learn: Open to personal development and learning.

Desirable

• PBSA Industry Experience: Experience in Purpose-Built Student Accommodation is a plus.

Closing

At Hines, we aim for excellence as a global real estate investment leader, believing that real estate is fundamentally about people. Our portfolio spans $93.2 billion in assets across various property types, designed to add value, foster connection, and inspire. We combine local expertise with global knowledge, taking calculated risks to exceed expectations and tailor solutions for our clients.

Our projects enhance cities and promote sustainability, but our true strength lies in our 5,000 dedicated employees across 30 countries, drawing on a 65-year history to shape the future. We invest in our people through comprehensive training, competitive pay, benefits, and generous holidays, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Hines was named among Fast Company’s World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2024. We are an equal opportunity employer supporting diversity. No calls or emails from third parties, please.