Maintenance Operative

TN United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that takes pride in providing luxury accommodation across the UK. As a Maintenance Operative, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our facilities, addressing maintenance requests, and performing essential repairs. This role requires a blend of technical skills and excellent communication, as you will work closely with various departments to uphold our high standards. Enjoy a supportive work environment with numerous benefits, including generous holidays, career development opportunities, and a commitment to employee well-being. If you are adaptable, organized, and ready to contribute to a dynamic team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Birthday off

Access to lifestyle perks

Royal London Pension

Annual celebrations

Employee recognition programmes

Career development opportunities

24/7 Employee Assistance

Qualifications

• Experience in preventive and corrective fire alarm and firefighting system maintenance.
• Skilled in plumbing, electrical, and general maintenance functions.

Responsibilities

• Respond to maintenance requests and perform preventive maintenance tasks.
• Conduct inspections and manage stock for maintenance supplies.

Skills

Plumbing

Electrical Maintenance

Heating/Cooling Systems

Fire Alarm Maintenance

General Repairs

Stock Management

IT Literacy

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Working Hours

Monday – Friday 9am – 6pm

Our next-level apartment design offers a variety of studios to suit our residents' lives, providing the privacy of living alone or the laughter of living together. We offer style, luxury & comfort to our residents, surrounded by premium amenities and vibrant city life. Our Maintenance Operatives are critical for ensuring the smooth running of operational building facilities. This is a customer-facing environment where you will be responsible for maintaining Vita’s highest building standards.

Our Maintenance Operatives

• Respond to maintenance requests, promptly addressing guest and staff reports of issues with plumbing, electrical, heating/cooling, lighting, furniture, and other equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance for fire alarm and firefighting systems.
• Understand plant room functions such as diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing central systems.
• Conduct regular inspections of residence facilities to identify potential issues and perform scheduled maintenance tasks (PPM).
• Perform general repairs like fixing minor issues such as leaky plumbing, broken fixtures, malfunctioning appliances, damaged doors, and wall repairs.
• Carry out basic carpentry and painting, including tasks like replacing flooring, repairing furniture, and touch-up painting & decorating.
• Manage stock, keeping track of maintenance supplies and parts needed for repairs.
• Ensure safety compliance by adhering to all safety regulations and procedures during maintenance tasks.
• Maintain outdoor areas such as grass-cutting & hedge-trimming/shaping.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as housekeeping, front desk, and management, to coordinate maintenance needs and guest requests.

Who we want to join our team

Professional Experience

• Experience in preventive and corrective fire alarm and firefighting system maintenance.
• Familiarity with plant room operations.
• Skilled in various maintenance functions including plumbing, electrical, heating/cooling, lighting, furniture, and general equipment.
• Experience in delivering Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM).
• Understanding of safety compliance regulations.
• Stock management experience is advantageous.
• Experience in maintaining external ground works.
• IT literacy.

Personal Characteristics

• Ability to deliver a diverse and equal approach to colleagues and residents in a multicultural environment.
• Excellent communication skills; multilingual skills are a plus.
• Strong organizational and leadership qualities, with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Adaptability, creativity, and positivity.
• Resilience to navigate unexpected situations effectively.
• Ability to perform tasks involving extended standing and repetitive movements, with reasonable adjustments if needed.

Why work for us…

Our employees take pride in working at our luxury properties, which offer the highest standard of resident accommodation across the UK. We reward dedication with the following benefits:

• Holidays: Paid on a pro-rata basis, including 28 days holiday and bank holidays.
• Your Birthday: We encourage employees to take their birthday off to celebrate.
• Perkbox: Access to lifestyle perks and experiences.
• Royal London Pension: Vita Group contributes 3% of salary, with 5% employee contribution.
• Parties & Events: Annual celebrations and team-building events.
• Recognition Programmes: Employee of the month, community champion awards, and more.
• Career Development: Induction, training schemes, and progression opportunities.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance: Confidential support for personal and work issues.

Right to Work & DBS

Employment is subject to pre-employment checks, including DBS. We cannot sponsor Right to Work visas, so applicants requiring sponsorship cannot proceed.