Maintenance Operative - #2101702

Maintenance Operative (Temporary)

Location: Sheffield S3

Job Type: Temporary

Duration: 4 weeks

Hours: 25 hours a week Monday - Friday

This is a hands-on role suited to someone with previous maintenance, caretaking or facilities experience who is confident working independently across a live residential environment. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day upkeep of the building, helping ensure the site remains safe, clean and fully operational for residents.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Carrying out basic reactive and planned maintenance tasks across the site

• Completing general repairs including basic plumbing, painting and minor joinery

• Supporting with room checks and maintenance inspections

• Ensuring communal areas remain safe, tidy and well maintained

• Reporting maintenance issues and escalating larger repairs where required

• Assisting contractors on site when needed

• Supporting the site team during busy operational periods

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience within maintenance, facilities or caretaking

• Confident carrying out general building repairs and maintenance tasks

• Good communication and customer service skills

• Able to work independently and manage workload effectively

• Reliable with a proactive approach to work