Maintenance Trade Operative

Maintenance Operative – Student Accommodation

Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.

Location: London

Salary: £39,000 – £40,000 (depending on experience) + bonus + benefits

Employment Type : Full-Time

Essential: A full driving license valid for driving in the UK

Advertised by Hyperion Partners on behalf of our client

Hyperion Partners is proud to be working in partnership with a leading provider of premium student accommodation, supporting them in their search for a reliable and proactive Maintenance Operative to join their team in central London.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on professional with a strong work ethic and a passion for creating a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained living environment for students.

About the Role:

As a Maintenance Operative, you’ll play a vital part in ensuring the student residence is kept in excellent condition, both inside and out. You’ll be responsible for a broad range of maintenance tasks, from routine repairs and preventative maintenance to supporting health & safety compliance.

You will be a visible and approachable presence on site, helping to resolve maintenance issues efficiently and maintaining high standards throughout the property.

Key Responsibilities:

Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance tasks including plumbing, basic electrics, painting & decorating, joinery, and minor repairs

Responding to maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner

Conducting regular inspections of communal areas, plant rooms, and student rooms

Supporting compliance with health & safety legislation, including fire safety checks and water hygiene

Liaising with contractors and suppliers when required

Keeping maintenance records and logging completed work accurately

Supporting move-in/move-out periods, ensuring rooms and common areas are clean, safe and functional

About You:

Previous experience in a similar maintenance role, ideally within residential or hospitality environments

A good level of general building maintenance knowledge

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Friendly, professional, and committed to delivering a high standard of service

Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team

Flexible and able to respond to occasional out-of-hours emergencies

A relevant qualification (e.g. City & Guilds or NVQ in a maintenance-related trade) is desirable but not essential

Basic IT literacy to use logging and reporting systems