A leading Purpose Built Rental accommodation company is looking for a reliable and hands-on Maintenance Operative to join their team at a large residential development in Elephant & Castle.
Working hours mainly Monday – Friday 9.00 am – 6.00pm, 8.00 am – 5.00 pm with occasional weekends when required.
This modern development is a mixed-use site, made up of private rental apartments, social housing units, and two retail outlets, offering a varied and dynamic working environment.
The Role
You’ll be responsible for carrying out a mix of reactive, planned and preventative maintenance across the development, ensuring a high standard of upkeep throughout.
Day-to-day duties include:
*Responding to maintenance requests across apartments, communal areas, and retail spaces
*Carrying out general repairs including plumbing, basic electrics, painting and decorating
*Supporting with apartment turnarounds and end-of-tenancy works
*Completing regular building inspections to identify issues or health & safety risks
*Assisting with planned preventative maintenance (PPMs) and compliance checks
*Working alongside the wider estate and property teams
*Supporting contractors on-site and ensuring work is completed safely
What We’re Looking For
*Proven experience in general maintenance or a similar role
*Good all-round skills (plumbing, basic electrics, decorating)
*Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
*Strong attention to detail and pride in your work
*Good communication skills and a helpful, resident-focused approach
*Flexible to work occasional weekends when required
*Strong health and safety administrator experience
Desirable
*NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing or Maintenance (or similar)
*Experience working in residential or mixed-use developments
*Basic knowledge of health & safety procedures
What’s on Offer
*Stable, full-time role within a growing residential company
*Opportunity to work in a modern, large-scale development
*Supportive team environment
*Ongoing training and development opportunities