Maintenance Technician (Fabric)

Upp Ltd; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Life insurance

Pension

Cycle to work

Store discounts

UPP Rewards portal

Job summary

UPP Ltd in Plymouth is seeking a Maintenance Technician - Fabric to deliver planned and responsive maintenance across university residences. This role focuses on fabric and general building maintenance, with 37.5 hours per week and an on-call rota.

The position offers a salary of £26,743 per annum and requires a valid UK driving licence. Applicants should have Level 2 Building Fabric or equivalent qualifications and strong communication and organisational skills.

Qualifications

• Qualified to Level 2 in Building Fabric or maintenance related trade.
• City & Guilds qualification and NVQ/BM Trada/BWF/FDIS Fire Door Installer qualifications are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Deliver scheduled planned, reactive and remedial maintenance services as directed by the PPM planner (CAFM), Helpdesk or Supervisor.
• Carry out minor repairs to building fabric and related systems, including doors, flooring, painting and decorating.
• Complete risk assessments prior to works and follow permit or work plan instructions.
• Carry out PPM in accordance with the schedule and liaise with subcontractors.
• Maintain accurate records of breakdowns and maintenance repairs for statutory compliance.
• Carry out statutory testing including PAT testing, fire alarm testing and fire door testing.
• Report Health and Safety issues relating to residences to the relevant persons.
• Work additional hours during peak student arrival/departure weekends.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Attention to detail

Education

Level 2 Building Fabric

City & Guilds qualifications

Job description

A successful university campus is about so much more than buildings. It’s about the environment, the atmosphere and the people – creating that sense of home that will help students feel safe, secure, and help them thrive. Here at UPP we have an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Technician - Fabric to join our team in Plymouth to provide a planned and responsive maintenance service, specialising in fabric and general building maintenance.

This is a permanent position working 37.5 hours per week from 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday and participation in an on-call rota. The salary is £26,743 per annum. A current UK driving licence is essential for this.

Role responsibilities

• Deliver scheduled planned, reactive and remedial maintenance services as directed by the PPM planner (CAFM), Helpdesk or Supervisor, ensuring that operational standards are always maintained, and in line with the relevant schedules and Service Level Agreement.
• Conduct minor repairs to building fabric, installations and maintenance to building related equipment, including assisting with the repair and maintenance of building infrastructure repairs such as fire doors and general doors, flooring, painting & decorating and other building related infrastructure tasks.
• Complete suitable risk assessments prior to undertaking works and undertake works as per instructions within any relevant permit or work plan.
• Carry out PPM in accordance with the schedule & liaise with specialist sub-contractors.
• Maintain accurate records of breakdowns and maintenance repairs, including records for statutory compliance.
• Carry out statutory testing including PAT testing, fire alarm testing, fire door testing and others, as required.
• Report any Health and Safety issues relating to the residences ensuring all information is passed to the relevant persons.
• Work with notice additional hours when needed, especially during the main student arrival and departure weekends.

Qualifications and experience

• Worked in a similar role and environment.
• Great communication and organisation skills, along with a passion to do a great job.
• Qualification to Level 2 in Building Fabric or maintenance related trade / City & Guilds qualification and NVQ/BM Trada/BWF/FDIS Fire Door Installer qualifications (beneficial). Must be able to produce qualification certificates at interview if shortlisted.
• Good understanding of operational procedures and safe working practices of building services and systems as well as good understanding of health and safety, with the ability to always work in a safe manner.
• Vet checks: offers of employment are subject to satisfactory vetting, inclusive of employment referencing covering the past three years and additional vetting and barring checks to ensure your suitability for the role, could include completing a basic DBS.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Life insurance.
• Pension.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Store discounts.
• Access to the UPP Rewards portal, offering discounts from a variety of retailers, restaurants, gyms and more.

UPP welcome all applications and recognise the value of having a diverse and inclusive culture, which reflects the communities we work with and has a positive impact on our people, our student residents, and our university partners. We understand all disabilities, impairments and conditions are unique, so please advise us of any adjustments which would support you through our recruitment process and help you to thrive at work.

Core values

Our core values of Innovation, Sustainability, Community, Partnership and Respect, are fundamental to our culture and summarise what is important to our business and our people.

Who are UPP?

We are proud to be the UK’s leading provider of on-campus residential and academic accommodation, with over 35,000 beds where more than 500,000 students from around the world have called home over the years. We provide a complete solution of Design, Build, Fund, and Operate (DBFO) student accommodation and campus facilities exclusively to the higher education sector. This means we not only design and create cutting edge sustainable buildings, but we also help finance them and successfully manage the onsite operations long-term. However, we’re more than just accommodation, we create spaces where students can thrive, connect, and make the most of their university experience. Our mission is to support every student's journey by offering a safe, inclusive and inspiring environment to live and learn.

What’s in it for you?

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging: An inclusive culture where everyone feels respected, heard, and empowered.

Career Growth: Learn, lead, and progress with tailored training and leadership programmes.

Rewards & Benefits: Competitive package and range of benefits designed for you.

Health and Wellbeing: From mental health resources to wellness programmes, and everyday support.

Purpose & Impact: Every role shapes the student experience.