Maintenance Technician

Ritz Recruitment; Wembley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Ritz Recruitment is recruiting a proactive Maintenance Technician/Handyman for Wembley, delivering hands-on maintenance across student accommodation. The role involves responsive repairs, safety checks, and a practical, problem-solving approach to daily tasks in a fast-paced environment.

The position is on-site in Wembley with a pay rate of £17 per hour plus holiday pay, tools provided, and no CSCS card required. You will work to maintain high resident satisfaction through reliable service.

Qualifications

• Proven maintenance/handyman/trade experience is required.
• Strong practical skills across general maintenance disciplines.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to maintenance requests via internal systems.
• Carry out general repairs, including plumbing, decorating, joinery.
• Support reactive and preventative maintenance (PPM) activities.
• Conduct regular inspections of rooms and communal areas.
• Identify and address maintenance issues and safety risks.
• Assist with record-keeping for maintenance logs and compliance.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Handyman skills

Problem solving

Independent worker

Tools

General maintenance tools

Plumbing tools

Decorating tools

Joinery tools

Job description

Maintenance Technician/Handyman - Wembley

£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