Maintenance Technician – Student Housing (Rotating Rota)

CO3051 UPP (Exeter 2) LLP; Exeter; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Health cash plan via Medicash

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Wellness app

Annual Health Checks

Cycle to Work scheme

UPP Rewards discounts

Job summary

UPP Exeter is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to join our onsite team, ensuring student residences are safe, comfortable and operating at their best. The role is permanent, 37.5 hours per week on a rolling rota, with some weekend work and flexible days to support a healthy work life balance.

You will carry out reactive maintenance, support safety, keep communal areas tidy, and help move furniture and appliances.

Qualifications

• An understanding of building services and safe working practices.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety requirements and a commitment to working safely at all times.
• A proactive, flexible approach and willingness to support the wider team when needed.
• The ability to work additional hours during peak student arrival and departure periods, when required and with notice.
• A full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out reactive maintenance and repairs in line with service level agreements.
• Providing a first-line response to maintenance issues across our accommodation.
• Maintaining clean, safe and presentable communal areas and external spaces throughout the year.
• Supporting the safe movement of furniture, mattresses, white goods and waste materials.
• Identifying and reporting Health & Safety concerns and escalating issues where required.
• Contributing to a positive student experience through excellent customer service.

Skills

Building services

Health & safety

Flexible / Proactive

Driving licence

Team player

Job description

UPP Exeter is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to join our onsite team, ensuring student residences are safe, comfortable and operating at their best. The role is permanent, 37.5 hours per week on a rolling rota, with some weekend work and flexible days to support a healthy work life balance.

You will carry out reactive maintenance, support safety, keep communal areas tidy, and help move furniture and appliances.