At a Glance
- Tasks: Perform hands-on maintenance and repairs in student accommodation.
- Company: Leading student accommodation provider with a focus on quality.
- Benefits: Gain practical experience, work in a dynamic environment, and enjoy a rewarding summer role.
- Other info: Flexible hours and a chance to work collaboratively with a great team.
- Why this job: Make a difference for incoming students while honing your maintenance skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in maintenance or trades, with a positive and proactive attitude.
The predicted salary is between 15 - 15 £ per hour.
Location: Cambridge
Hours: 09:00am - 6:00pm
We're recruiting a Maintenance Operative to support a leading student accommodation provider during the crucial summer turnaround period. This is a hands-on role focused on preparing accommodation for the new academic year, ensuring rooms and communal areas are maintained to a high standard for incoming students and summer guests. If you have maintenance experience and enjoy practical work in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities- Carry out general maintenance and repair work across the site
- Assist with room refreshes and preparation for new residents
- Support move-in activities, including occasional heavy lifting
- Complete basic plumbing, painting and decorating tasks
- Undertake paint work, mastic work and replacements
- Perform routine safety checks and ensure compliance with health and safety standards
- Work collaboratively with the Maintenance Technician team and wider site staff
- Help deliver a positive experience for residents and guests
- Previous experience in residential maintenance, facilities, property maintenance or a trade such as plumbing or carpentry
- Practical, hands-on approach with good attention to detail
- Positive attitude and strong team-working skills
- Flexible and proactive, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities
- Good communication skills and a professional manner
- Trade qualifications are advantageous but not essential
If you're looking for a rewarding summer role where you can put your maintenance skills to good use, apply today.
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