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Maintenance OperativeOperations
Location
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Salary
Up to £13.31 per hour
Job Type
On Site
Job Reference
67_1778068805
We're recruiting for a Maintenance Operative for a student accommodation property in Cambridge. This is a hands-on role where you'll ensure the building is safe, well maintained, and welcoming for residents.
Full time (37.5 hours per week)
What you'll do
- Carry out routine checks (plant rooms, fire exits, panels, emergency lighting)
- Support with reactive and planned maintenance across plumbing, electrics, and general repairs
- Keep service areas tidy, secure, and safe
- Supervise contractors and ensure works meet required standards
- Complete compliance checks, including water testing and equipment monitoring
- Assist with student move-ins, move-outs, and seasonal changeovers
About you
- Practical maintenance knowledge (electrics, plumbing, carpentry)
- Professional, approachable, and customer-focused
- Organised with good problem-solving skills
- Able to work independently and manage priorities
- Trade certifications or preventative maintenance experience a bonus
This is a varied role with plenty of responsibility and the chance to make a real difference to the student living experience.
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