Maintenance Technician

Pertemps Bristol Industrial; West of England; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Bristol Industrial is seeking a Maintenance Person for an ongoing role at a student accommodation site in Bath. It is a hands-on position focused on keeping rooms and communal areas safe, functional, and ready for residents with an immediate start.

The role offers flexible working hours, typically 8:00/9:00 AM to 4:00/5:00 PM on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, with pay at £14 per hour. You will perform repairs, electrical, plumbing, decorating, and safety checks while coordinating with

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance, handyman, or facilities roles.
• Practical skills across general building maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.
• Strong problem-solving and proactive approach.
• Commitment to health and safety standards.
• Immediate availability.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and repair work across the building.
• Repair door handles, locks, furniture, fittings, and fixtures.
• Replace light bulbs and complete basic electrical repairs.
• Undertake minor plumbing tasks, including fixing taps, unblocking drains, and replacing shower doors.
• Complete painting touch-ups and minor decorating work.
• Inspect appliances and report any faults.
• Ensure all rooms meet health and safety standards.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests from the site team.
• Support the wider team in preparing accommodation for incoming residents.

Skills

General maintenance

Independent work

Health & safety

Problem solving

Job description

Maintenance Person (Ongoing Role)

Location: Bath (BA2)

Pay: £14 per hour

Working Hours: Flexible between 8:00/9:00 AM 4:00/5:00 PM Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Start Date: Immediate

We're currently recruiting for a Maintenance Technician to join a busy student accommodation site in central Bath. This is a hands‑on role where you'll help ensure rooms and communal areas are safe, functional, and ready for residents ahead of the new academic year.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and repair work across the building.
• Repair door handles, locks, furniture, fittings, and fixtures.
• Replace light bulbs and complete basic electrical repairs.
• Undertake minor plumbing tasks, including fixing taps, unblocking drains, and replacing shower doors.
• Complete painting touch‑ups and minor decorating work.
• Inspect appliances and report any faults.
• Ensure all rooms meet health and safety standards.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests from the site team.
• Support the wider team in preparing accommodation for incoming residents.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a maintenance, handyman, caretaking, or facilities role.
• Practical skills across general building maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and manage your workload effectively.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive approach.
• A commitment to maintaining high health and safety standards.
• Immediate availability.

What's on Offer

• Competitive hourly pay of £14 per hour.
• Ongoing temporary assignment with an immediate start.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive team environment on a well‑maintained student accommodation site.