Maintenance Operative

Please note this role requires a DBS check.

Hey there! Ready to make a difference

At urbanbubble we believe cities should be vibrant fun and full of life. Were all about creating welcoming communities where people feel truly at home.

Weve partnered with Starlight to operate one of their developments Spectraand were now looking for a Maintenance Operative!

This role will be employed by Starlight with urbanbubble responsible for the day-to-day operations team and resident experience. Youll work closely with both teams - getting the best of urbanbubbles culture and ways of working alongside the opportunity to shape something new with Starlight.

As aMaintenance Operative youll be right at the heart of our community making sure our buildings and shared spaces are always in top condition. Youll provide first-line support for maintenance requests carry out repairs and ensure our homes and communal areas are safe welcoming and well cared for.

Heres what youll be doing:

Reactive Works:

• Responding to maintenance requests and work orders quickly and effectively.
• Carrying out minor repairs decoration and reactive works in homes and communal areas.
• Performing lighting checks and replacing bulbs.
• Acting as the first responder for emergencies such as leaks.

Statutory Compliance:

• Keeping accurate records of tests inspections and engineer visits.
• Supporting compliance checks such as fire alarm testing and PAT records.
• Raising issues and escalating to specialists when required.

Health & Safety:

• Conducting daily checks to ensure life safety systems are working
• Following all health and safety procedures and legislation.
• Ensuring PPE tools and equipment are used correctly and safely
• Maintaining a clean tidy and safe workspace.

Third Party Contractors & Planned works

• Escorting and supporting visiting engineers.
• Monitoring scheduled maintenance and reporting missed works.
• Logging contractor activity and ensuring site standards are maintained.

Site Stores & Plant Rooms:

• Managing tools consumables and spare parts inventory.
• Keeping plant rooms and maintenance areas safe clear and well organised.

Customer Service and Team Work:

• Acting as a role model for urbanbubble values.
• Working closely with the operations team and providing excellent service to residents.
• Communicating clearly and positively with both colleagues and residents.

What were looking for:

• City & Guilds Multi Skills Certificate (desirable)
• Electrical competency certificate (within last 3 years)
• IOSH Working Safely qualification
• Previous experience in a building technician or maintenance role
• Knowledge of COSHH decorating fabric repair flooring types and water systems (L8 awareness)
• Familiarity with CAFM systems (computer-aided facilities management)
• A proactive positive and can-do attitude
• Strong customer service mindset and problem-solving approach

And heres what we offer;

Were passionate about our people & making sure that you have everything you need for your health wellbeing & personal growth. After all its not just about what you do here - its about being part of a company that truly cares & supports you!

Heres a little glimpse into our benefits;

Youll play a key role in shaping a brand-new partnership and community with the backing support and expertise of urbanbubble alongside Starlight.

Youll also have access to a great range of benefits including:

• Birthday day off wellbeing hour & enhanced annual leave
• Pension & medical cover
• Enhanced family leave & sick pay
• Paid volunteering day & regular socials
• Study support & career development opportunities
• Employee assistance & counselling support
• Cycle to work scheme

& the best part Youll be working with some truly incredible people who are passionate about what they do & are always ready to support you!

If youre excited about making a real impact and being part of something special we cant wait to hear from you!

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