Trades Assistant - Maintenance operative


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£18 to £20 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	York, YO10 1RR
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	8 Sept 2026
Closing date:	15 Sept 2026

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Summary

Confidential - Trades Assistant / Maintenance OperativesLocation: York - Student Accommodation (site-based)

Duration: Initial 3 months

Contract Hours: Full-time 37.5 hours per week.

Start: ASAPPositions: 1-2 operatives required

We are currently seeking trustworthy and practical maintenance operatives to support a short-term programme of planned maintenance and remedial repairs of student areas.

Due to the nature of the role, operatives will be required to access student rooms independently. Therefore, a high level of professionalism, integrity and attention to detail is essential.

Key Responsibilities

Carrying out detailed room inspections in line with a checklist and carrying out minor work relating to;

Doors, locks, hinges and mechanisms

Flooring, windows, window restrictors and glazing

Lighting, power sockets and electrical fittings

Walls, ceilings, plasterwork, tiles and sealants

Furniture condition (beds, wardrobes, desks, chairs, cabinets, etc.)

Plumbing fixtures including taps, sinks, showers and toilets

Extractor fans, fire notices and safety items

Identifying mould, damp or water damage

Accurately recording defects and observations using a computer-based system

Updating work orders and inspection statuses once checks are completed

Escalating any significant issues or safety concerns promptly

Requirements

Previous experience in a maintenance, facilities, building, care-taking or property-related role

Good general building knowledge and a practical, hands-on mindset

Comfortable using computers/tablets to complete reports and update systems

Able to work independently with minimal supervision

Reliable, punctual and highly trustworthy

Desirable

Experience working within student accommodation, social housing or similar environments

Familiarity with PPM inspections or defect reporting

What's on Offer

contract (3 months initially)

Opportunity for additional work depending on requirements

Competitive rates (dependent on experience)

This role is confidential. Further details will be provided to suitable candidates upon application.

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