Maintenance Technician

Greystar; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Greystar is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support the Community and Estates Management teams. You will perform repairs and planned maintenance to building fabric, mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring compliance and high standards for residents.

Responsibilities include inspecting systems, coordinating with contractors, and maintaining records of maintenance activities. Candidates should have trade qualifications and strong communication in English.

Qualifications

• General education up to GCSE level or equivalent.
• Awareness of health and safety on site.
• Recognised trade qualification relevant to repairs (e.g., Building Crafts Operative Certificate, City & Guilds or NVQ).

Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs and maintenance in residential buildings.
• Oversee minor works and manage external contractors.
• Maintain safety, RAMS and permits to work.
• PAT testing and emergency lighting checks.
• Liaise with residents and team on works.
• Ensure grounds and common areas are clean and safe.

Skills

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Joinery

Painting

Education

Trade qualification in building repairs

Job description

ABOUT GREYSTAR

Greystar is a leading, fully integrated global real estate platform offering expertise in property management, investment management, development, and construction services in institutional-quality rental housing. Headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, Greystar manages and operates over $350billion of real estate in more than 260 markets globally with offices throughout North America, Europe, South America, and the Asia-Pacific region. Greystar is the largest operator of apartments in the United States, managing over one million units/beds globally. Across its platforms, Greystar has nearly $79billion of assets under management, including over $34billion of development assets and over $36.5billion of regulatory assets under management. Greystar was founded by Bob Faith in 1993 to become a provider of world‑class service in the rental residential real estate business. To learn more, visit www.greystar.com.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for contributing to an exceptional resident experience alongside the Community team and Estates Management team through the provision of a high standard of repairs, maintenance tasks, planned and unplanned works and statutory compliance of the building fabric and mechanical and electrical systems. Inspects and diagnoses faults, in addition to undertaking minor day to day repairs and decoration to the building(s), grounds and equipment.

Key Role Responsibilities

Works as part of the Community team to ensure all our residents enjoy a high level of cleanliness throughout their community. Communicates effectively with residents, clients, contractors and colleagues; demonstrating a clear understanding of maintenance issues and using initiative to respond accordingly. Monitors and maintains the electronic maintenance reporting system, Onesite, ensuring tasks are completed to a high standard and within suitable time scales, corresponding with tenants when required. Promotes customer satisfaction by providing regular updates to residents via Onsesite regarding ongoing or delayed maintenance issues. Administers all property maintenance & records in accordance with Greystar policies & procedures. Maintains a focus on delivering services within agreed budgetary & resource parameters. Maintains adequate levels of spares, stock and supplies, ensuring effective forward planning. Diagnoses and undertakes repair and maintenance tasks to a high quality including plumbing, joinery and carpentry, painting/decorating and lighting; or organises and oversees repairs to completion if referred to contractors. Reports any incidents or accidents to the Community Manager using the correct system and documentation. Ensures all communal areas of the site including refuse and recycling facilities are frequently inspected and maintained to the highest standards of repair & cleanliness. Coordinates and accompanies external Contractors/Suppliers executing minor works on site. Liaises with relevant team members within Estates Management or Operations teams to ensure transparency and clear communication when works are taking place. Monitors Sub-Contractors performance to standard and retains accurate records of their site operations including all relevant RAMS & Permits to Work. Ensures annual checks are carried out for their statutory insurance and qualifications. Manages and maintains all statutory testing records, utilising other team members where appropriate Carries out annual PAT testing and inspections of emergency lighting, weekly fire alarm tests and fire evacuations Ensures the gardens and grounds maintenance to the property are well maintained, clean, tidy and hazard free, supervising external contractors as required. Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with Company and safe systems of work guidelines. Is available on call out of hours to respond to emergency situations to resolve problems or contact contractors to address. Reviews site risk assessments as required with Community Manager. Seeks to maximise efficiency of utilities.

Knowledge & Qualifications

A reasonable level of general education educated to O’ Level / GCSE level or equivalent with demonstrable written and numerical skills. Awareness of H&S requirements on site. Continually strives to improve knowledge, skills and abilities to produce the best results. A recognised trade qualification, Building Crafts Operative Certificate, City and Guilds or NVQ relevant to undertaking repairs and maintenance in a residential building, e.g. plumbing or electrical, is essential.

Experience & Skills

Experience of undertaking repairs and maintenance in a domestic residential environment or as a general builder /residential construction in the following trades; plumber, electrician or carpenter. Experience of installing and maintaining hot and cold water systems, sanitary appliances and soil and waste drainage. Experience of installing and maintaining electrical systems and fire alarm, emergency lighting and security systems. Fluent English verbal and written communication skills. Helpful, friendly personality with effective communication skills behaving in a professional, courteous and helpful manner towards colleagues and residents. Good team player with strong relationship building and influencing skills. Positive approach and ability to work on own initiative. Ability to determine cost effective solutions to repairs. Contractor & Supplier Supervision skills are desirable. Excellent organisation skills with the ability to multi task and prioritise. Flexible approach to work and adaptable to thrive in a changing environment.

Important Notice

Greystar will never request your banking details or other sensitive personal information during the interview process. Greystar does not conduct any interviews via text or messaging, and all communication will come from official Greystar email addresses (@greystar.com). If you receive suspicious requests, please report them immediately to [e-mail].

Our Vision & Culture

Our continued success depends on our people. If you are looking for a career that values dedication, collaboration, and integrity, we are looking for you! Greystar is a vertically integrated real estate company offering expertise in property management, investment management, and development & construction globally. Today, we are the largest rental housing operator and developer in the US and one of the largest global investment management companies delivering industry‑leading services to investors, clients, and residents.

Core Values

As a Greystar team member, you will hear a lot about our Core Values. They are the values we live and work by, reflecting who we are and the quality of our relationships. We believe in always going that extra step for our residents, clients, investors, and each other.

Integrity We stay true to the highest ethical standards and principles, and are honest, trustworthy, humble, and respectful in all of our words and actions.

Equality We celebrate individual differences, encourage diversity of thought, provide equality of opportunity, and cultivate an environment where all individuals are seen, treated, and valued equally.

Professionalism We proudly present a positive, dignified, and businesslike image at all times through our appearances, behavior, and interactions with others.

Accountability We take responsibility and accept ownership for our words, actions, tasks, and results, and respectfully hold others to the same standard.

Service We make service our top priority by giving our time, knowledge, and experience to serve the needs of our customers, community, and team members.

Teamwork We work together to accomplish goals, solve problems, and enrich our work environment.

Final Company Overview

Greystar is a leading, fully integrated global real estate platform offering expertise in property management, investment management, development, and construction services in institutional‑quality rental housing. Headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, Greystar manages and operates over $350billion of real estate in over 260 markets globally with offices throughout North America, Europe, South America, and the Asia-Pacific region. Greystar is the largest operator of apartments in the United States, managing more than one million units/beds globally. Across its platforms, Greystar has over $79billion of assets under management, including approximately $34billion of development assets and over $36.5billion of regulatory assets under management. Greystar was founded by Bob Faith in 1993 to become a provider of world‑class service in the rental residential real estate business. To learn more, visit www.greystar.com.