Maintenance Operative Vita Student · Birmingham

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

Job summary

Vita Student is seeking a Maintenance Operative for their Birmingham location. The role involves ensuring high standards of building management, handling maintenance tasks, and providing excellent customer service. With a focus on teamwork and communication, this position offers a competitive salary and various employee benefits including paid holidays and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Paid holidays (28 days including bank holidays, pro-rata)

Birthday leave

Perkbox lifestyle perks

Royal London pension scheme

Annual parties and events

Employee recognition programs

Career development opportunities

24/7 Employee Assistance for wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in fire alarm and firefighting system maintenance.
• Familiarity with plant room operations.
• Skills across general equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Respond to maintenance requests promptly.
• Perform preventive/corrective maintenance on systems.
• Conduct regular inspections and maintenance of facilities.

Skills

Plumbing

Electrical

Heating/Cooling

General Equipment Maintenance

Job description

Maintenance Operative - Birmingham

Salary: £28,000 per annum

Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 9am – 6pm

Vita Student offers next-level apartment design with a variety of studios to suit students' lives, providing privacy or shared living. We deliver style, luxury, and comfort, surrounded by premium amenities and vibrant city life. Our Maintenance Operatives play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of building facilities. This customer-facing role requires maintaining Vita Student’s high standards of building management.

Responsibilities

• Respond to maintenance requests promptly, addressing issues related to plumbing, electrical, heating/cooling, lighting, furniture, and other equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on fire alarm and firefighting systems.
• Diagnose, maintain, and repair plant room systems.
• Conduct regular inspections and scheduled maintenance (PPM) of residence facilities.
• Carry out general repairs, including fixing plumbing, fixtures, appliances, doors, and walls.
• Perform basic carpentry and painting tasks, including flooring repairs, furniture repairs, and touch-ups.
• Manage maintenance supplies and parts inventory.
• Adhere to safety regulations and procedures during maintenance tasks.
• Maintain outdoor areas such as grass-cutting and hedge trimming.
• Coordinate with other departments like housekeeping and management regarding maintenance needs.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience in fire alarm and firefighting system maintenance.
• Familiarity with plant room operations.
• Skills across plumbing, electrical, heating/cooling, lighting, and general equipment maintenance.
• Experience with Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM).
• Knowledge of safety compliance regulations.
• Experience in stock management is advantageous.
• Experience in outdoor ground maintenance.
• IT literacy.

Personal Characteristics

• Ability to work in a multicultural environment with respect for diversity.
• Excellent communication skills; multilingual abilities are a plus.
• Strong organizational and leadership qualities, with composure under pressure.
• Adaptability, creativity, positivity, and resilience.
• Ability to perform tasks involving standing and repetitive movements; reasonable adjustments considered.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Paid holidays (28 days including bank holidays, pro-rata).
• Birthday leave to celebrate your special day.
• Perkbox lifestyle perks.
• Royal London pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Annual parties and events.
• Recognition programs such as Employee of the Month.
• Career development opportunities with structured training schemes.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance for wellbeing support.

Additional Information

Pre-employment checks, including DBS, are required. We cannot offer sponsorship for Right to Work in the UK.