Maintenance Operative Vita Student · Sheffield

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

Job summary

A leading company in luxury student accommodation is seeking a Maintenance Operative in Sheffield. The role involves maintaining high standards of building facilities, addressing maintenance requests, and ensuring safety compliance. The ideal candidate will have a background in various maintenance tasks and excellent communication skills. Join a team that values diversity and offers numerous benefits, including paid holidays and career development opportunities.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday

Birthday day off

Access to lifestyle perks and discounts

Pension contributions

Annual celebrations and events

Employee awards and acknowledgments

Training schemes for professional growth

24/7 Employee Assistance

Qualifications

• Experience in fire alarm and firefighting system maintenance.
• Familiarity with plant room operations.
• Skills across plumbing, electrical, heating/cooling, lighting.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to maintenance requests from students and staff.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on fire alarm systems.
• Conduct regular inspections of residence facilities.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

IT Literacy

Job description

Maintenance Operative - Sheffield

Salary: £28,000

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

Vita Student's offers innovative apartment designs with various studios to suit students' lifestyles, providing privacy or communal living. We focus on style, luxury, and comfort, complemented by premium amenities and vibrant city life. Our Maintenance Operative plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of building facilities. This is a customer-facing role responsible for maintaining 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 other 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 of residence facilities and perform scheduled maintenance (PPM).
5. Carry out general repairs such as fixing leaks, broken fixtures, appliances, and walls.
6. Perform basic carpentry and painting tasks, including replacing flooring and repairing furniture.
7. Manage stock levels for maintenance supplies and parts.
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 to coordinate maintenance needs and guest requests.

Candidate Requirements

Professional Experience

• 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 regulations and compliance.
• Stock management experience is advantageous.
• Experience with external ground maintenance.
• IT literacy.

Personal Characteristics

• Ability to work in a multicultural environment, respecting diversity.
• Excellent communication skills; multilingual abilities are a plus.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills, with composure under pressure.
• Adaptability, creativity, and positivity.
• Resilience and problem-solving skills for unexpected situations.
• Physical ability to perform tasks involving standing and repetitive movements, with reasonable adjustments if needed.

Why Work for Us

Our employees take pride in working at luxury properties that offer the highest standards of resident accommodation across the UK. We reward dedication with various benefits:

• Holidays: 28 days paid holiday including bank holidays, pro-rata.
• Your Birthday: A day off to celebrate.
• Perkbox: Access to lifestyle perks and discounts.
• Royal London Pension: Contributions to your pension scheme.
• Parties & Events: Annual celebrations and events.
• Recognition Programmes: Employee awards and acknowledgments.
• Career Development: Training schemes for professional growth.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance: Confidential support for wellbeing.

Additional Information

All employment offers are subject to pre-employment checks, including DBS. We do not sponsor visas; applicants must have the right to work in the UK.