Maintenance Operative

Our client is seeking a proactive and hands-on Maintenance Operative to join a brand-new flagship PBSA (Purpose-Built Student Accommodation) development in East London, opening later this year. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a major new launch, supporting the operation of a landmark student accommodation scheme of over 1,500 beds. Working alongside the Maintenance Manager, Supervisor and wider onsite team, you will play a key role in maintaining building services, responding to maintenance issues, and ensuring residents receive a first-class living experience. Key Responsibilities: • Deliver reactive and planned preventative maintenance (PPMs) across building services, plant and communal areas. • Diagnose and resolve day-to-day maintenance issues across mechanical, electrical and building fabric systems. • Carry out routine plant room inspections and support the operation of HVAC systems, including AHUs, FCUs and associated equipment. • Respond to resident maintenance requests professionally and within agreed service levels. • Complete regular building inspections, safety checks and communal area walkarounds. • Assist with fault finding, escalating specialist issues where required. • Support contractor management and ensure works are completed safely and to a high standard. • Maintain accurate maintenance records and promote a strong health & safety culture across site. Your Requirements: • Previous experience in a maintenance, facilities, building services, hotel engineering, PBSA or residential maintenance role • Experience carrying out reactive maintenance and planned preventative maintenance within a live operational environment • Exposure to HVAC systems, plant rooms, AHUs, FCUs or building services systems • Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills • Basic plumbing, electrical and general maintenance knowledge • Comfortable working independently while also contributing as part of a wider team • Good health & safety awareness and understanding of compliance requirements • Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach • Experience using CAFM systems would be advantageous • F-Gas, HVAC, mechanical or building services experience would be highly desirable Working Hours 37.5 hours per week • 5 days out of 7 on a rota basis • Weekend and bank holiday working required as part of the rota • Shifts operating between 7:30am and 8:00pm What's In It For You? • Join a brand-new flagship student accommodation development from day one • Work within a fast-growing and highly respected PBSA operator • Exposure to a large-scale, modern building with extensive building services and plant infrastructure • Opportunity to work alongside experienced maintenance and operations professionals • Ongoing training and development opportunities • Clear progression pathways within a growing portfolio • Company benefits package • Supportive team culture and long-term career prospects