Maintenance Operative

About the Role

Join a prestigious residential development located in the heart of Manchester City Centre as a full-time Maintenance Operative. This permanent position offers a competitive salary, paid overtime, and excellent benefits with a leading property developer and operator known for over 35 years of delivering high-quality residential, student accommodation, and commercial projects throughout the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repair duties, including plumbing, joinery, decorating, and basic electrical tasks.
• Respond promptly to reactive maintenance requests, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
• Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) inspections such as emergency lighting and fire alarm testing.
• Prepare apartments for new tenants and complete repairs after tenancy inspections.
• Maintain precise records related to maintenance activities, compliance, and health & safety.
• Conduct building inspections and carry out health & safety audits routinely.
• Escort contractors and oversee their work onsite to ensure standards are met.
• Assist with refurbishment, redecoration, and capital improvement initiatives within the development.
• Collaborate closely with management to uphold exceptional property standards.
• Participate in an emergency maintenance call-out rotation as required.

Candidate Profile

• Previous experience in maintenance, facilities management, or property maintenance roles.
• Proficient in building maintenance including plumbing, joinery, decorating, and minor repairs.
• Solid knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational abilities.
• Strong communication skills with a focus on customer service.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Positive and flexible attitude with a professional approach to work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Trade certifications in Plumbing, Joinery, Electrical Installation, or related vocational fields.
• Experience working in residential developments, Build-to-Rent, student housing, hospitality, or facilities management sectors.

Work Schedule

• Monday to Friday on a rotating shift basis: either 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
• Every fifth Saturday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with compensatory time off provided during the following week.
• Opportunities for additional overtime during high-demand times.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• 25 days of holiday entitlement plus bank holidays.
• Paid overtime for extra hours worked.
• Participation in a company pension scheme.
• Life assurance coverage.
• Access to an employee assistance program for wellbeing support.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a leading property business.