Maintenance Operative Vita Student · Edinburgh, Fountainbridge

Vita Student; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Operative to ensure the smooth operation of building facilities in a vibrant student environment. This role involves addressing maintenance requests, performing preventive and corrective maintenance, and collaborating with various departments to uphold high standards. With a focus on safety compliance and customer service, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a dynamic living space. Join a team that values diversity, creativity, and employee well-being, with numerous benefits including paid holidays and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Paid Holidays (28 days pro-rata)

Birthday Day Off

Access to Perkbox Perks

Royal London Pension Scheme

Annual Parties and Events

Recognition Programs

Career Development Opportunities

24/7 Employee Assistance

Qualifications

• Experience in preventive and corrective maintenance of fire alarm systems.
• Familiarity with plant room operations and general maintenance skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond to maintenance requests from students and staff promptly.
• Conduct regular inspections and scheduled maintenance of facilities.

Skills

Plumbing

Electrical Systems

Heating/Cooling Systems

General Maintenance

Fire Alarm Maintenance

IT Literacy

Job description

Maintenance Operative - Edinburgh

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Salary: £28,000 pro-rata

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

About Vita Student

Vita Student offers next-level apartment design with a variety of studios to suit students' lifestyles, providing privacy or shared living. We combine style, luxury, and comfort with premium amenities in a vibrant city environment. Our Maintenance Operative plays a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of building facilities, working in a customer-facing environment to uphold Vita Student’s high standards.

Responsibilities

1. Respond promptly to maintenance requests from students and staff, addressing issues with plumbing, electrical systems, heating/cooling, lighting, furniture, and equipment.
2. Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on fire alarm and firefighting systems.
3. Diagnose, maintain, and repair plant room systems.
4. Conduct regular inspections and scheduled maintenance (PPM) of residence facilities.
5. Carry out general repairs including plumbing leaks, broken fixtures, appliance malfunctions, door and wall repairs.
6. Perform basic carpentry and painting tasks such as flooring repair, furniture repairs, and touch-up painting.
7. Manage maintenance supplies and parts inventory.
8. Ensure safety compliance by following all safety regulations and procedures.
9. Maintain outdoor areas, including grass-cutting and hedge trimming.
10. Collaborate with other departments like housekeeping, front desk, and management to coordinate maintenance and guest requests.

Candidate Profile

Experience

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

Personal Characteristics

• Ability to work in a multicultural environment, demonstrating diversity and inclusion.
• Excellent communication skills; multilingual skills are a plus.
• Strong organizational and leadership qualities, remaining calm under pressure.
• Adaptability, creativity, positivity, and resilience.
• Physical ability to perform tasks involving standing and repetitive movements, with reasonable adjustments if needed.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits including paid holidays (28 days pro-rata including bank holidays), a birthday day off, access to Perkbox perks, a Royal London pension scheme, annual parties and events, recognition programs, career development opportunities, 24/7 employee assistance, and more.

Additional Information

All employment offers are subject to pre-employment checks, including DBS. Please note that we cannot provide sponsorship for the right to work in the UK.