Rendall & Rittner
Maintenance Operative
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MAINTENANCE OPERATIVE
Rendall & Rittner
£31,000
1 Ebury Square - SW1W 9AH
4 Days on, 4 Days off, 0700 - 1900
DEVELOPMENT DETAILS
You’ll support a flagship collection of 71 beautifully designed apartments and penthouses in Belgravia, created by Squire and Partners. This is a calm, high-end environment with a 24-hour concierge, private gym and landscaped gardens, where outstanding service and immaculate presentation are the norm. You’ll work closely with a professional on-site team and discerning residents, with Victoria and Sloane Square stations within easy reach.
ROLE EXPECTATIONS
You will take ownership of the development’s planned and reactive maintenance, keeping building systems, plant and communal spaces operating safely and looking their best. You’ll complete inspections, resolve minor faults, support contractors and keep clear records, all while delivering a friendly, responsive service to residents and the concierge team.
What Success Looks Like
- Residents consistently compliment your prompt, courteous help and the development’s pristine condition.
- Planned maintenance is completed on time with accurate records and minimal disruption.
- Reactive issues are diagnosed quickly, resolved safely and escalated appropriately.
- Communal areas, back-of-house spaces and gardens are clean, tidy and hazard-free.
- Building systems run smoothly with downtime reduced through proactive checks.
- You collaborate seamlessly with concierge, management and contractors, communicating clearly at every step.
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How You'll Spend Most Of Your Time
- Completing daily and weekly building checks across plant rooms, life-safety systems and communal areas.
- Carrying out PPM tasks and minor repairs, including lighting, basic plumbing, carpentry and decorating.
- Monitoring BMS/plant equipment, reporting irregularities and taking first-line corrective action.
- Keeping estates areas immaculate: bin stores, pathways, signage, stores and back-of-house.
- Coordinating access for contractors, escorting when required and verifying RAMS/permits are in place.
- Updating logs, inventories and the CAFM system so information is accurate and up to date.
Who This Role Is For
- You take pride in high standards and treat the building as if it were your own.
- You are customer-focused, approachable and respectful in a luxury residential setting.
- You stay calm under pressure, solve problems practically and know when to escalate.
- You work safely and methodically, with strong attention to detail and tidy workmanship.
- You’re comfortable using smartphones/tablets to record tasks and manage work orders.
Experience That Helps
- Maintenance experience in residential blocks, premium estates or 5-star hotels.
- Hands-on exposure to PPM schedules and troubleshooting for HVAC, pumps and controls.
- Familiarity with health and safety in a live environment, including RAMS and permits to work.
- Using CAFM systems, digital checklists and stock management.
- Basic trade skills across plumbing, electrical replacements, carpentry and painting.
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What We Offer
- 24 Days Including bank holidays
- Enrolment into the Rendall & Rittner pension scheme
- Employee assistance programme supporting family, health, money and work
- Employee referral scheme
- Team uniform* subject to development
- Fully funded training and development opportunities
- Access to discounts across travel, retail, fitness and entertainment
About Rendall & Rittner
Rendall & Rittner is one of the UK's most established and highly accredited residential leasehold property management companies, managing over 90,000 homes nationwide. Founded in 1990 on the belief that property management should be more professional, transparent and customer-focused, those principles still drive how we operate today as a founding partner of Odevo.
We are people-led and technology-enabled, investing heavily in our teams, systems and continuous improvement. Our standards are recognised through Investors in People Platinum, regulation by RICS and the FCA, and multiple industry awards, including Property Manager of the Year and Managing Agent of the Year.
How We Hire
- Initial conversation with our talent team
- Interview focused on practical maintenance skills, problem-solving, customer service and safe working approach
We aim to complete the process within two to three weeks and communicate clearly throughout.
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All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence of eligibility will be required.
Appointment is subject to a valid DBS check.
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