Job Description
Maintenance Operative – Student Accommodation
Location - Cardiff
On site 5 days per week
Salary - £30,000
A leading provider of modern student living is looking for a proactive Maintenance Operative to join their team. With high-quality residences across the UK and Europe, this organisation is committed to delivering safe, well-maintained, and vibrant environments where students can thrive.
The Role
As a Maintenance Operative, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the building is kept in excellent condition and all maintenance tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. You’ll handle a mix of planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance, working both independently and as part of a supportive on-site team.
Key Responsibilities
1. Carry out general maintenance tasks including basic plumbing, joinery, decorating, and electrical work
2. Respond to reactive maintenance requests within agreed SLAs
3. Conduct routine inspections and report defects or safety concerns
4. Support planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules
5. Maintain clean, safe plant rooms, workshops, and storage areas
6. Ensure safe use and correct storage of tools and equipment