Maintenance Operative - Vita Student

Vita Student; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team as a Maintenance Operative in a forward-thinking company, where you will ensure the smooth operation of building facilities. This role involves responding to maintenance requests, performing preventive and corrective maintenance, and collaborating with various departments to maintain high standards. Ideal candidates will possess skills in plumbing, electrical systems, and fire alarm maintenance, with a strong commitment to safety and customer service. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy hands-on work, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in preventive and corrective maintenance for fire alarm systems.
• Skills across plumbing, electrical, and heating/cooling functions.

Responsibilities

• Respond to maintenance requests and perform general repairs.
• Conduct regular inspections and manage maintenance supplies.

Skills

Plumbing

Electrical Systems

Heating/Cooling Systems

General Repairs

Fire Alarm Maintenance

Stock Management

IT Literacy

Job description

Maintenance Operative. Liverpool

Salary: £28,000

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, and comfort to our residents, surrounded by premium amenities and a 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 systems, heating/cooling, lighting, furniture, and other equipment.

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance for fire alarm and firefighting systems.
• Understand plant room functions, including diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing central systems.
• Conduct regular inspections of residence facilities to identify potential issues and perform scheduled maintenance (PPM).
• Handle general repairs such as fixing minor issues like leaky plumbing, broken fixtures, malfunctioning appliances, damaged doors, and wall repairs.
• Perform basic carpentry and painting tasks, including replacing flooring, repairing furniture, and touch-up painting and decorating.
• Manage stock levels, 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, including grass-cutting and 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.
• Skills across maintenance functions like plumbing, electrical, heating/cooling, lighting, furniture, and general equipment.
• Experience delivering Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) in similar environments.
• Understanding and adherence to safety regulations and procedures.
• Stock management experience is advantageous.
• Experience in maintaining external grounds.
• IT literacy.

Personal Characteristics

• Ability to work in a multicultural environment, respecting diverse backgrounds and beliefs.
• Excellent communication skills; multilingual abilities are a plus.
• Strong organizational and leadership qualities, with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Adaptability, creativity, and positivity.
• Resilience and ability to handle unexpected situations effectively.
• Physical ability to perform tasks involving extended standing and repetitive movements, with reasonable adjustments if needed.