Building Maintenance

  • Ritz Recruitment Ltd
  • Apr 16, 2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

A leading Purpose Built Rental accommodation company is looking for a reliable and hands-on Maintenance Operative to join their team at a large residential development in Elephant & Castle.

Working hours mainly Monday - Friday 9.00 am - 6.00pm, 8.00 am - 5.00 pm with occasional weekends when required.

This modern development is a mixed-use site, made up of private rental apartments, social housing units, and two retail outlets, offering a varied and dynamic working environment.

The Role

You'll be responsible for carrying out a mix of reactive, planned and preventative maintenance across the development, ensuring a high standard of upkeep throughout.

Day-to-day duties include:

  • Responding to maintenance requests across apartments, communal areas, and retail spaces
  • Carrying out general repairs including plumbing, basic electrics, painting and decorating
  • Supporting with apartment turnarounds and end-of-tenancy works
  • Completing regular building inspections to identify issues or health & safety risks
  • Assisting with planned preventative maintenance (PPMs) and compliance checks
  • Working alongside the wider estate and property teams
  • Supporting contractors on-site and ensuring work is completed safely

What We're Looking For

  • Proven experience in general maintenance or a similar role
  • Good all-round skills (plumbing, basic electrics, decorating)
  • Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
  • Strong attention to detail and pride in your work
  • Good communication skills and a helpful, resident-focused approach
  • Flexible to work occasional weekends when required
  • Strong health and safety administrator experience

Desirable

  • NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing or Maintenance (or similar)
  • Experience working in residential or mixed-use developments
  • Basic knowledge of health & safety procedures

What's on Offer

  • Stable, full-time role within a growing residential company
  • Opportunity to work in a modern, large-scale development
  • Supportive team environment
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities