Maintenance Technician

Equity House London Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Equity House London Limited is seeking a reliable Maintenance Operative to join our growing property maintenance team, ensuring tenants have safe, clean, and well-maintained homes within our North London properties.

You will perform general repairs across flats and communal areas, undertake plumbing, painting, decorating, carpentry, and electrical tasks, respond to maintenance requests promptly, inspect for issues, liaise with residents and contractors, and keep precise records of work and

Qualifications

• Experience in property or building maintenance.
• Practical repairs, painting, plumbing, or basic electrical work.
• Proactive, organised, and problem-solving.
• Good communication and customer-service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general repairs and maintenance across residential flats and communal areas
• Undertake basic plumbing, electrical, painting, decorating, carpentry, and handyman tasks
• Respond to maintenance requests efficiently and professionally
• Inspect properties and identify repairs or potential issues
• Liaise respectfully with residents, contractors, and the property management team
• Keep accurate records of completed work and materials used
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with health and safety requirements
• Support property move-ins, move-outs, and preparation of vacant flats

Skills

General repairs

Painting & decorating

Plumbing

Electrical basics

Proactive mindset

Organised

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Location: Equity House London – North London

Employment Type: Full-time

Equity House London is looking for a reliable and skilled Maintenance Operative to join our growing property maintenance team. You will help maintain our residential properties to a high standard, ensuring that tenants receive a safe, clean, and well-maintained home.

Key responsibilities:

• Carry out general repairs and maintenance across residential flats and communal areas
• Undertake basic plumbing, electrical, painting, decorating, carpentry, and handyman tasks
• Respond to maintenance requests efficiently and professionally
• Inspect properties and identify repairs or potential issues
• Liaise respectfully with residents, contractors, and the property management team
• Keep accurate records of completed work and materials used
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with health and safety requirements
• Support property move-ins, move-outs, and preparation of vacant flats

Requirements:

• Previous experience in property maintenance, building maintenance, or a similar role
• Practical skills in general repairs, painting and decorating, plumbing, or basic electrical work
• A proactive, organised, and problem-solving approach
• Good communication and customer-service skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team