Job Description:

A leading Purpose Built Rental accommodation company is looking for a reliable and hands-on Maintenance Operative to join their team at a large residential development in central Manchester.

Working hours mainly Monday – Friday 9.00 am – 6.00pm, 8.00 am – 5.00 pm with occasional weekends when required.

This modern development is a mixed-use site, made up of private rental apartments, social housing units, and two retail outlets, offering a varied and dynamic working environment.

️ The Role

You’ll be responsible for carrying out a mix of reactive, planned and preventative maintenance across the development, ensuring a high standard of upkeep throughout.

Day-to-day duties include:

• Responding to maintenance requests across apartments, communal areas, and retail spaces
• Carrying out general repairs including plumbing, basic electrics, painting and decorating
• Supporting with apartment turnarounds and end-of-tenancy works
• Completing regular building inspections to identify issues or health & safety risks
• Assisting with planned preventative maintenance (PPMs) and compliance checks
• Working alongside the wider estate and property teams
• Supporting contractors on-site and ensuring work is completed safely

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in general maintenance or a similar role
• Good all-round skills (plumbing, basic electrics, decorating)
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
• Strong attention to detail and pride in your work
• Good communication skills and a helpful, resident-focused approach
• Flexible to work occasional weekends when required
• Strong health and safety administrator experience

✅ Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing or Maintenance (or similar)
• Experience working in residential or mixed-use developments
• Basic knowledge of health & safety procedures

What’s on Offer

• Stable, full-time role within a growing residential company
• Opportunity to work in a modern, large-scale development
• Supportive team environment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities