Maintenance Operative

MCR Property Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

MCR Property Group in Manchester is seeking a Maintenance Operative to carry out general maintenance and light repairs across multiple locations. The role emphasizes practical problem-solving, a can-do approach, and high standards of safety and service.

The candidate should have hands-on maintenance experience with essential plumbing skills, be able to work independently, and be flexible to meet varying maintenance requests. DBS checks are required for the successful candidate.

Qualifications

• Previous hands-on experience in a maintenance role.
• Essential plumbing experience.
• A practical, can-do approach to maintenance and repairs.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• The ability to respond quickly and effectively to issues and requests.
• Excellent customer service skills and a friendly personality.
• A conscientious approach to work, with a strong understanding of health and safety.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good physical fitness and the ability to carry out lifting and manual tasks.
• Flexibility and adaptability to deal with a varied workload.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and repairs across various property locations.
• Complete basic plumbing repairs and maintenance.
• Respond quickly and effectively to maintenance requests and queries.
• Identify problems and find practical solutions.
• Ensure properties are maintained to a high standard.
• Follow all relevant health and safety procedures.
• Provide a friendly and professional service to customers, residents and colleagues.
• Work independently while also supporting the wider team when required.
• Carry out lifting, carrying and other physical maintenance duties as necessary.

Job description

Maintenance Operative - Manchester

Salary: £29,814 - £30,314 per annum

Full-time | Permanent | 40 hours per week

Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a successful property and accommodation business for an experienced Maintenance Operative to join their team based in Manchester.

This is a varied and hands-on role, responsible for carrying out general maintenance and light repairs across a number of property locations. You will play an important part in ensuring properties are maintained to a high standard and that maintenance issues are dealt with quickly and effectively.

The ideal candidate will be able to work on their own, take pride in their work, enjoy problem-solving and be confident dealing with a wide range of maintenance tasks. Basic plumbing experience is essential, and you will need to be flexible and adaptable as the role will vary depending on the maintenance requests received.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and repairs across various property locations.
• Complete basic plumbing repairs and maintenance.
• Respond quickly and effectively to maintenance requests and queries.
• Identify problems and find practical solutions.
• Ensure properties are maintained to a high standard.
• Follow all relevant health and safety procedures.
• Provide a friendly and professional service to customers, residents and colleagues.
• Work independently while also supporting the wider team when required.
• Carry out lifting, carrying and other physical maintenance duties as necessary.

About You

• Previous hands-on experience in a maintenance role.
• Essential plumbing experience.
• A practical, can-do approach to maintenance and repairs.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• The ability to respond quickly and effectively to issues and requests.
• Excellent customer service skills and a friendly personality.
• A conscientious approach to work, with a strong understanding of health and safety.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good physical fitness and the ability to carry out lifting and manual tasks.
• Flexibility and adaptability to deal with a varied workload.

A full, clean UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle would be advantageous, as the role may involve travelling between different property locations.

A full DBS check will be mandatory for the successful candidate.

What We Offer

• Starting salary of £29,814 per annum.
• Salary increasing to £30,314 following successful completion of a 3-month probationary period.
• Full-time, permanent position.
• Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm.
• 40 hours per week, including a paid 30-minute lunch break.
• Opportunity to join a successful and reputable property and accommodation business.
• A varied role where every day brings different maintenance challenges.