Maintenance Assistant Canterbury

Canterbury Temporary assignment 8 weeks Mon-Fri £12.71 per hour 37.5 hours a week.

We're looking for a Maintenance Assistant to help prepare student accommodation for the new academic intake. This is a practical, hands on role supporting the on site maintenance team.

• General maintenance after student move out: painting, basic tiling, minor repairs, plumbing support, drain clearing, furniture assembly, and moving mattresses/white goods.
• Assist with statutory checks: fire safety equipment, water temperature monitoring, shower head cleaning, and emergency lighting tests.
• Support with rubbish removal and occasional cleaning.
• Daily manual handling and lifting.
• Previous maintenance experience.
• Understanding of safe working practices and building services.
• Good health & safety awareness.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proactive, organised, and willing to undertake training.
• Experience in student accommodation, hotels, or similar settings.
• NVQ in general maintenance or related trade.
• Full UK driving licence.

• Occasional out of hours work may be required.
• Training provided.

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