maintenance operative

Manpower; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower (United Kingdom) is recruiting a maintenance operative for Accommodation Services, working across student accommodation sites in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role involves 37 hours per week with a Monday-Thursday 8am-4:30pm and Friday 8am-4pm pattern.

You will investigate and repair maintenance defects, carry out planned maintenance (fire alarms, PAT testing, inspections), conduct residence inspections, respond to emergencies, assist with deliveries and moving furniture, and support open

Qualifications

• Customer-focused approach is essential.
• Strong communication skills needed for residents and colleagues.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to adapt to varied site demands.
• Organisation and ability to prioritise workload.
• Basic maintenance experience required.
• Reliable and proactive attitude preferred.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and repair maintenance defects
• Carry out planned maintenance (fire alarms, PAT testing, inspections)
• Conduct residence inspections and report damage
• Respond to maintenance emergencies
• Deliver general cleaning and maintenance duties
• Assist with deliveries and moving furniture/appliances
• Support open days and visitor tours

Skills

Customer-focused

Strong communication

Independent and team work

Flexible and adaptable

Organised and prioritisation

Basic maintenance

Reliable and proactive

Job description

I am currently recruiting for a maintenance operative within Accommodation Services, working across student accommodation sites.

Hours: 37 hours per week (Mon-Thu 8am-4:30pm, Fri 8am-4pm

Key Responsibilities

• Investigate and repair maintenance defects
• Carry out planned maintenance (fire alarms, PAT testing, inspections)
• Conduct residence inspections and report damage
• Respond to maintenance emergencies
• Deliver general cleaning and maintenance duties
• Assist with deliveries and moving furniture/appliances
• Support open days and visitor tours

Essential Skills

• Customer-focused approach
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Flexible and adaptable
• Organised and able to prioritise workload
• Basic maintenance experience
• Reliable and proactive attitude