On-site Multitrade Maintenance Technician

Berkeley Group Plc; Greenwich; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Discount platform for staff

Berkeley Foundation volunteer day

Private pension plan

Group life assurance

25 days annual leave (33 with service)

Job summary

Berkeley Living, part of the Berkeley Group, is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to support on-site schemes and ensure apartments meet our high standards. You will work across trades, respond to issues, and coordinate with contractors to deliver a seamless resident experience.

Key duties include proactive maintenance, defect logging, and ensuring safety and sustainability in every task. This hybrid role requires accessibility to two sites and a focus on quality service for residents.

Qualifications

• Hands-on maintenance across trades (plumbing, carpentry, basic electricity).
• Strong problem-solving skills with practical, long-term solutions.
• Team player with excellent communication and a customer-first approach.
• Organised, proactive, and able to prioritise tasks to minimise downtime.
• Commitment to health, safety and sustainability practices.

Responsibilities

• Ensure schemes are ready for new residents and apartments handed over to high standards.
• Assist Facilities Manager in identifying and logging defects per procedure.
• Respond to issues (drains, bulbs, minor plumbing/carpentry) to maintain resident satisfaction.
• Diagnose issues quickly and provide long-term solutions.
• Deliver customer service within agreed budget and timelines.
• Assess maintenance requests and coordinate external contractors when needed.
• Perform reactive maintenance: carpentry, plumbing, basic electrics, painting.
• Submit regular utility meter reads when required.
• Plan and prioritise jobs to minimise downtime and travel.

Skills

Hands-on maintenance

Problem solving

Communication

Organisation

Health & safety

Job description

Berkeley Living, part of the Berkeley Group, is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to support on-site schemes and ensure apartments meet our high standards. You will work across trades, respond to issues, and coordinate with contractors to deliver a seamless resident experience.

Key duties include proactive maintenance, defect logging, and ensuring safety and sustainability in every task. This hybrid role requires accessibility to two sites and a focus on quality service for residents.