Maintenance Technician – Student Accommodation

MCR Property Group; Southampton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

MCR Property Group in Southampton is seeking a General Maintenance Operative to help keep student accommodation safe, welcoming and well maintained. You will respond to maintenance issues, assist with room turnarounds and work closely with the Maintenance Manager to deliver a high-quality living environment.

The role is permanent and office-based, offering a salary of £28,000 to £32,000 per year plus benefits. A proactive, customer-focused approach and a valid UK driving licence are essential.

Qualifications

• Carry out general maintenance tasks including joinery, plastering, decorating, plumbing and basic electrical work.
• Maintain health and safety compliance and document safety-related activities.
• Deliver high-quality customer service to students and colleagues.
• Assist with room turnarounds and inspections ahead of term start.
• Log maintenance issues accurately and report to engineers.

Responsibilities

• A valid UK driving licence is essential for travelling between sites.
• Basic technical maintenance skills in joinery, plastering, decorating, plumbing and basic electrical work with safety in mind.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation and safe working practices.
• Experience in general maintenance and customer-facing roles with a practical approach.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills for coordinating with stakeholders.
• Experience in PBSA, student accommodation, property management or hospitality is desirable.

Skills

General maintenance

Health & safety

Customer service

Room preparation

Driving licence

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

Joinery

Plastering

Decorating

Plumbing

Electrical work

Maintenance logging

Job description

MCR Property Group in Southampton is seeking a General Maintenance Operative to help keep student accommodation safe, welcoming and well maintained. You will respond to maintenance issues, assist with room turnarounds and work closely with the Maintenance Manager to deliver a high-quality living environment.

The role is permanent and office-based, offering a salary of £28,000 to £32,000 per year plus benefits. A proactive, customer-focused approach and a valid UK driving licence are essential.