Maintenance Technician in OX1

Energy Jobline ZR; Oxford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly workplace

Career progression

Development opportunities

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR in Oxford is seeking a Maintenance Technician for a purpose-built student accommodation block of 82 bedrooms. You will ensure safety, upkeep, and presentation of the properties, respond to maintenance requests, and carry out planned and preventative maintenance in collaboration with the Property Team. The role requires practical skills across plumbing, joinery, decorating and basic electrical repairs, plus fault-finding, organisational and customer service abilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in general building maintenance or a relevant trade role.
• Practical skills across plumbing, joinery, decorating, and basic electrical repairs.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Good IT skills to accurately record maintenance activities.
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety legislation and practices.
• Full UK driving license (desirable)

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and carry out planned and preventative maintenance.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and work with external contractors.
• Maintain safety, upkeep, and presentation of the 82-bedroom PBSA in Oxford.
• Support room preparation and contractor management to uphold high standards year-round.
• Assist with health, safety audits and statutory compliance tasks.

Skills

General maintenance

Plumbing

Joinery

Decorating

Electrical repairs

Fault finding

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Customer service

IT skills

Health and Safety

Job description

Job Description

About Your New Employer

• A fast-growing property management company dedicated to building vibrant, supportive communities for students in Oxford.
• Be part of a forward-thinking team passionate about delivering exceptional accommodation and experiences to students in Oxford.
• Make a direct impact on students’ university journeys by maintaining safe, high-quality homes where they can thrive and belong.

About Your New Job

• As a Maintenance Technician at a purpose built student accommodation block of 82 bedrooms in Oxford, you will ensure the safety, upkeep, and presentation of the student accommodation properties.
• You’ll respond promptly to maintenance requests, carry out planned and preventative maintenance, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Work closely with the Property Team and external contractors to keep all facilities in top condition.
• Support room preparation, building presentation, and contractor management to maintain high standards all year round.
• Play a key role in health, safety, and compliance, supporting audits, testing and statutory programmes.

What Skills You Need

• Experience in general building maintenance or a relevant trade role.
• Practical skills across plumbing, joinery, decorating, and basic electrical repairs.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Good IT skills to accurately record maintenance activities.
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety legislation and practices.
• Full UK driving license (desirable)

Desirable

• Experience in Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA), residential, hotel or facilities management.
• Relevant trade qualifications (Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry or Multi-Skilled Maintenance).
• Knowledge of fire safety, water hygiene, PAT testing, or statutory compliance.

What’s on Offer

• £35,000 annual salary
• Be part of a friendly, inclusive and supportive workplace where your skills are valued.
• Opportunity for ongoing development, career progression, and involvement in exciting projects.
• Help shape welcoming, thriving communities and make a real difference to students