Temporary Maintenance Operative – Student Accommodation
Location: Leicester
Hours: 24 hours per week (9:00am–3:00pm)
Contract: Temporary
Start: Immediate
We are recruiting a Temporary Maintenance Operative to support a busy student accommodation site in Leicester. Working 24 hours per week, you will be responsible for day-to-day maintenance tasks, helping to ensure the building remains safe, well-maintained and fully operational.
This role is ideal for someone hands-on, reliable and confident working independently in a residential or accommodation environment.
The role
*Carrying out day-to-day repairs and minor maintenance tasks
*Responding promptly to maintenance requests and issues
*Completing basic plumbing, electrical and joinery works (within your skillset)
*Ensuring health & safety standards are followed at all times
*Supporting site staff with room set-ups or emergency works when required
*Helping to maintain a safe, tidy and professional environment
About you
*Previous maintenance or handyman experience is essential
*Confident using basic tools and maintenance equipment
*Reliable, proactive and able to work independently
*Health & safety aware with a customer-focused approach
*Available for an immediate start
*This is a great short-term opportunity to work within a supportive site team and a well-managed accommodation environment.