Maintenance Assistant
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About the Role We are seeking a hardworking, reliable and hands-on Maintenance Assistant to support the day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of a luxury residential development comprising approximately 90 apartments in Putney.
This is a varied, practical role supporting the wider maintenance operations of the building, including general repairs, preventative maintenance, communal inspections and contractor assistance.
General Maintenance & Repairs
- Assist with day-to-day maintenance and repairs throughout the development.
- Carry out basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, decorating and general handyman tasks.
- Respond to reactive maintenance requests and report more complex issues to the Maintenance Manager.
- Support minor repairs, replacements and improvement works.
- Ensure all work is completed safely and to a high standard.
Building Inspections & Preventative Maintenance
- Assist with planned preventative maintenance (PPM) tasks and routine building checks.
- Conduct regular inspections of communal areas, identifying defects and maintenance concerns.
- Support checks of lighting, doors, fixtures, fittings and general building systems.
- Maintain basic maintenance records and report outstanding issues.
- Assist with routine health and safety checks.
Contractor & Building Support
- Provide access and assistance to external contractors attending site.
- Help prepare work areas and ensure they are left clean and safe following repairs.
- Assist with organising maintenance materials, tools and supplies.
- Support the Maintenance Manager with general site operations and maintenance projects.
Resident & Communal Area Support
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety and presentation throughout communal areas.
- Respond politely and professionally to resident maintenance enquiries.
- Assist with general building upkeep and practical tasks as required.
Requirements
We are looking for someone with at least 1 year's hands-on maintenance experience who is eager to develop their skills, takes pride in their work and is happy to get stuck in.
Please note: Candidates must live locally to Putney and have a manageable commute to the development.
Essential
- Minimum 1 year's practical maintenance experience in a residential, commercial, hospitality or similar environment.
- Basic hands-on skills in general repairs, plumbing, carpentry, decorating or handyman duties.
- Must live locally to Putney, South West London.
- Good understanding of safe working practices and basic health and safety.
- Physically active and comfortable undertaking practical maintenance tasks.
- Reliable, punctual and hardworking, with excellent attention to detail.
- Willingness to learn and develop additional maintenance skills.
Desirable
- Previous experience working within residential developments or managed buildings.
- Relevant maintenance or trade qualifications, such as City & Guilds or NVQ.
- Basic knowledge of building systems and preventative maintenance.
Personal Attributes We are looking for someone who is proactive, practical and genuinely enjoys hands-on work. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, a strong work ethic and a willingness to support the maintenance team with a variety of tasks.
You should take pride in your workmanship, pay close attention to detail and be keen to develop your maintenance knowledge and experience.
What we offer
- Salary of £28,000 - £32,000 depending on experience.
- Monday-Friday working hours - no weekends.
- Permanent, static position within a luxury residential development.
- 20 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Workplace pension contributions.
- Tools and equipment provided.
- Training and development opportunities.
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Maintenance Assistant - Luxury Residential Development *Location: Putney, South West London Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum (DOE) Contract: Permanent, Full-Time Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm (1-hour unpaid lunch) Reports to:** Maintenance Manager / Property Manager