Maintenance Technician

JR United Kingdom; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a skilled Maintenance Operative for a 177-bed student accommodation in London. Responsibilities include managing maintenance tasks, upholding safety standards, and ensuring a quality living environment. A passion for customer service is key in creating positive experiences for students.

Qualifications

• Experience in PBSA/BTR/co-living/hospitality sectors.
• Working with contractors is valuable.

Responsibilities

• Manage reactive and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Identify and resolve resident maintenance issues.
• Conduct regular inspections of common areas.

Skills

Plumbing

Carpentry

Customer Service

Job description

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My client is seeking a skilled Maintenance Operative to join the team at a beautifully designed 177-bed student accommodation scheme in London. This is an incredible opportunity to join a forward-thinking company that is passionate about sustainability, team culture, and long-term career development.

With a growing portfolio of over 4,600 beds across multiple sites, our client has built a reputation for delivering exceptional living experiences and vibrant student communities. As the business continues to expand, it’s a fantastic time to become part of a team focused on innovation, service excellence, and operational quality.

As a maintenance operative, you’ll take ownership of both reactive and planned maintenance tasks, work proactively to uphold health & safety standards, and provide a high level of customer service to residents.

Your Responsibilities:

1. Manage reactive and preventative maintenance tasks daily.
2. Identify and resolve resident maintenance issues such as unblocking sinks, showers, and other related problems.
3. Maintain high standards of cleanliness and security, ensuring the accommodation is a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for students.
4. Conduct regular inspections of common areas, plant rooms, and other key facilities to ensure optimal conditions.
5. Assist on-site contractors, ensuring timely completion of work while adhering to health and safety procedures.

Your Requirements:

• Experience in PBSA, BTR, co-living, or hospitality sectors.
• Skills in plumbing and carpentry.
• Experience working with contractors.
• A passion for customer service and creating positive living experiences for students.

Please contact me at 07378552356 or connect on LinkedIn (Kamile Marcinskaite) and send a message. We understand CVs might not be up-to-date; just send what you have.

We welcome applicants from all areas of the property industry. To ensure a fair recruitment process, you can apply in any way that suits you: text message, video message, CV — the more creative, the better.