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A Maintenance Operative is needed for student accommodation in Cardiff City Centre, offered by Pertemps South Wales. This full-time, temporary assignment pays £15.00 per hour and runs for a minimum of four weeks, with an immediate start. Working Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm, you will perform hands-on upkeep across the property. Duties include inspecting vacant rooms for faults, painting, completing general repairs, and addressing leaks. This role suits someone with solid practical abilities and confidence in handling varied maintenance tasks. You will work independently, ensuring the building remains safe and well-presented for residents. Prior experience in a similar position is advantageous.
Maintenance Operative – Student Accommodation
Location: Cardiff City Centre
Salary: £15.00 per hour
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Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm
Duration: Minimum 4 weeks
Start Date: ASAP
Pertemps are currently recruiting for a Maintenance Operative to work within student accommodation based in Cardiff City Centre on a temporary assignment for a minimum of 4 weeks.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone with good practical skills who is confident carrying out general maintenance, repairs and upkeep across the accommodation.
Key Responsibilities
- Carrying out checks of vacant student rooms and identifying any maintenance issues
- Painting and touching up rooms where required
- Completing general repairs and fixing damaged or broken items
- Responding to leaks and other maintenance issues
- Helping with the movement of bins and general site duties
- Carrying out basic maintenance and repairs across communal areas
- Preparing rooms and accommodation areas to a high standard
- Reporting any issues that require specialist attention
- Supporting the wider accommodation team with general duties as required
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The Ideal Candidate Will Have
- Previous experience in a maintenance, facilities, handyman or similar practical role
- Good general DIY and repair skills
- Painting and decorating experience would be advantageous
- A practical, can-do attitude
- Good attention to detail
- The ability to work independently and manage a varied workload
- Good communication skills and a professional approach
Working For PERTEMPS, You Will Benefit From
- Weekly or monthly pay – you decide
- Holiday entitlement
- Access to a workplace pension
- Share scheme after qualifying period
- And many more.
If interested, please apply or call Pertemps South Wales on 02920 220776
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