Maintenance Operative

Cobalt is partnering with a client-side residential organisation to appoint a Maintenance Operative for a high-end residential development in Leeds. This is an opportunity to join a premium building environment with state-of-the art resident amenities including communal lounges, wellness facilities and landscaped spaces.

This site based role would suit an individual with a practical approach, strong customer service skills and a genuine can do attitude. The team encourages people to step outside of a traditional job description where needed to support residents and the wider operation of the building.

The organisation

• Client side residential organisation operating within a premium residential development in Leeds.
• High specification resident amenities and communal facilities.
• Service led environment with a strong resident focus.
• Supportive team culture where collaboration is encouraged.
• Opportunity to work within a visible, hands on role at the centre of the resident experience.

The role / responsibilities

• Carrying out planned, preventative and reactive maintenance across the development.
• Supporting the day to day operation and upkeep of communal areas and resident facilities.
• Assisting with basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry and general maintenance tasks.
• Supporting compliance, health and safety and planned preventative maintenance activities.
• Completing regular building inspections and reporting maintenance issues.
• Supporting apartment inspections, defect management and resident move ins.
• Working alongside contractors and monitoring standards across the site.
• Assisting with the presentation and upkeep of the building, including communal spaces and external areas.
• Delivering a high standard of customer service to residents, visitors and contractors.
• Taking a proactive approach to problem solving and supporting the wider team where required.

Skills needed / requirements

• Working knowledge of general building maintenance within residential, hospitality or commercial environments.
• Experience carrying out basic plumbing, electrical or carpentry works.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Organised approach with good attention to detail.
• Comfortable working within a customer facing, site based environment.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Positive and adaptable approach with a willingness to support wider operational needs.
• IOSH, NVQ or 18th Edition qualifications would be advantageous.
• Experience within private residential or build to rent environments would be beneficial.

This Maintenance Operative role would suit someone who enjoys variety in their day, takes pride in maintaining high standards and enjoys being part of a collaborative residential environment.