Maintenance Operative - Newcastle

EllisKnight International Recruitment ,
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £18,000 per annum

Overview

Maintenance Operative We are seeking a maintenance operative to work on a full time, permanent basis for a luxury student accommodation provider based in Newcastle. You will be responsible for completing general maintenance checks across three sites all very close to each other. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a proactive and friendly team that offers a variation of duties each day. The working hours are Monday to Friday - 9am - 5:30pm The role: To maintain a clean site and be responsible for reactive maintenance repairs ie plumbing or heating issues Use the Maintenance Reporting System to ensure everything is logged and updated To keep a log of reported defects and remedial actions undertaken and escalate requests for external contractors to attend to repairs Carry out regular testing of fire alarm and emergency lighting systems To ensure the security of the properties, including fitting new locks and fixing/adjusting doors and windows. To make safe any broken glazing Carry out Portable Appliance Testing Ad hoc maintenance works as and when required For this position we are seeking the following: Proactive approach and able to work on own initiative The ability to multitask and think on your feet Experience of working in a similar role (qualifications desirable but not essential) Reliable and the able to work to deadlines Friendly and approachable manner Please get in touch for further details or to apply, we look forward to hearing from you.