Job Description

Multi-Trade Maintenance Operative, Student Accommodation Provider, East and SE London, £36-39k, bonus and full benefits package

Our client is the UKs leading provider of city center student accommodation. They are recruiting a Multi-Trade Maintenance Operative covering at a cluster of 4 large residential buildings/ halls of residence in London E1 and SE14 (Whitechapel, Aldgate, New Cross). Properties typically have mix of single and multi-occupancy apartments and some have facilities including gymnasium, cinema, karaoke room, laundry and study rooms.

The role hold responsibility for the day to day maintenance of the apartments and communal areas.

Tasks tend to be mostly domestic maintenance rather than plant room type maintenance.

We are looking for an individual who has good/ level 2 electrical maintenance skills and qualification although a plumbing or mechanical background is also suitable with experience ideally gained in a residential setting.

Please note there is a requirement to work one weekend a month (with time off in lieu) and to be on-call for emergencies for one week perm month (with additional payment).

You will work on a rota/ shift system from 08.00 to 16.00, 09.00 to 17.00 or 10.00 to 18.00.

The Multi-Trade Maintenance Operative will need a driving license as will need to occasionally transport parts and equipment between buildings.

A salary of £36-39k is offered depending on experience. Our client offers a bonus, linked to the performance of the cluster – and is usually paid at 5-10%. Other benefits include private healthcare and pension contribution up to 11%. Lots of training courses are available to employees.

Please apply with CV and cover note that includes details of salary expectations and notice period.