Maintenance Technician

Ritz Recruitment; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Ritz Recruitment in Leicester is seeking a proactive Maintenance Technician/Handyman for a busy student accommodation. You will handle repairs and maintenance tasks across rooms and communal areas, using practical skills to keep environments safe and well-presented.

This hands-on role requires the ability to work independently, manage a busy workload, and deliver a friendly, professional service to residents. The position offers £17 per hour plus holiday pay and no CSCS card is required.

Qualifications

• Proven maintenance or handyman experience across general trades.
• Strong practical skills in multiple maintenance disciplines.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.
• Reliable, self-motivated with ownership of tasks.

Responsibilities

• Respond to maintenance requests via internal systems promptly.
• Carry out general repairs including plumbing, decorating, joinery.
• Support reactive and planned maintenance activities.
• Inspect rooms and communal areas regularly.
• Identify safety risks and address maintenance issues.
• Maintain maintenance logs and compliance records.
• Provide a professional, approachable service to residents.
• Communicate clearly with residents and teams.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Handyman skills

Independent worker

Problem solving

Job description

Maintenance Technician/Handyman - Leicester LE1/LE2

£17ph + hol pay, Tools provided, No CSCS Card required

We are looking for a proactive multi skilled Maintenance Operative/Handyman to join a busy student accommodation. In this role, you will play a key part in delivering an outstanding living experience by ensuring all maintenance and repair requests within the accommodation are handled efficiently and effectively.

This is a hands-on position where no two days are the same—perfect for someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.

Duties

• Respond promptly to maintenance requests via internal systems
• Carry out general repairs, including plumbing, decorating, joinery
• Support both reactive and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities
• Conduct regular inspections of rooms and communal areas
• Identify and address maintenance issues and health & safety risks
• Support record-keeping for maintenance logs, inspections, and compliance
• Deliver a professional and approachable service to residents
• Communicate clearly and effectively across teams and with residents

Requirements

• Proven Maintenance/Handyman/Trade experience
• Strong practical skills across general maintenance disciplines
• Ability to work independently and manage your workload effectively
• A reliable and self-motivated individual who takes ownership of their work