Maintenance Technician

Bimplus; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco Group UK & Ireland is recruiting a Maintenance Operative in Cambridge to support a leading student accommodation provider during the summer turnaround period. This hands‑on role focuses on preparing accommodation for the new academic year, ensuring rooms and communal areas are maintained to a high standard for incoming students and summer guests.

Key responsibilities include carrying out general maintenance and repair across the site, assisting with room refreshes, helping move-ins, basic

Qualifications

• Previous experience in residential maintenance, facilities, property maintenance or a trade such as plumbing or carpentry
• Practical, hands‑on approach with good attention to detail
• Positive attitude and strong team‑working skills
• Flexible and proactive, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities
• Good communication skills and a professional manner
• Trade qualifications are advantageous but not essential

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and repair work across the site
• Assist with room refreshes and preparation for new residents
• Support move-in activities, including occasional heavy lifting
• Complete basic plumbing, painting and decorating tasks
• Undertake paint work, mastic work and replacements
• Perform routine safety checks and ensure compliance with health and safety standards
• Work collaboratively with the Maintenance Technician team and wider site staff
• Help deliver a positive experience for residents and guests

Job description

Location: Cambridge
Hours: 09:00am – 6:00pm

We're recruiting a Maintenance Operative to support a leading student accommodation provider during the crucial summer turnaround period.

This is a hands‑on role focused on preparing accommodation for the new academic year, ensuring rooms and communal areas are maintained to a high standard for incoming students and summer guests. If you have maintenance experience and enjoy practical work in a fast‑paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and repair work across the site
• Assist with room refreshes and preparation for new residents
• Support move-in activities, including occasional heavy lifting
• Complete basic plumbing, painting and decorating tasks
• Undertake paint work, mastic work and replacements
• Perform routine safety checks and ensure compliance with health and safety standards
• Work collaboratively with the Maintenance Technician team and wider site staff
• Help deliver a positive experience for residents and guests

About You

• Previous experience in residential maintenance, facilities, property maintenance or a trade such as plumbing or carpentry
• Practical, hands‑on approach with good attention to detail
• Positive attitude and strong team‑working skills
• Flexible and proactive, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities
• Good communication skills and a professional manner
• Trade qualifications are advantageous but not essential

If you're looking for a rewarding summer role where you can put your maintenance skills to good use.

The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.