Maintenance Handyman – Student Accommodation (Bath)

About the role

We are seeking a proactive, multi‑skilled Maintenance Handyman to support a busy student accommodation site in Bath for the summer period. You will ensure that all maintenance and repair requests are dealt with promptly, helping to deliver a safe, comfortable living environment for residents.

Key responsibilities

• Respond quickly to maintenance requests submitted through internal systems.
• Carry out general repairs, including plumbing, decorating and joinery tasks.
• Support both reactive and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities.
• Conduct regular inspections of rooms and communal areas to identify issues and health‑and‑safety risks.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, inspection records and compliance documentation.
• Provide a professional, approachable service to residents and communicate effectively with team members.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a maintenance operative, handyman or in a related trade.
• Strong practical ability across a range of general maintenance disciplines.
• Ability to work independently, manage workload and take ownership of tasks.
• Self‑motivated and reliable.

Required skills

• Plumbing
• Decorating
• Joinery
• General maintenance
• Planned preventative maintenance
• Health & safety inspection

What we offer

• Tools and equipment provided.
• Temporary summer contract based on a single site.
• Competitive rate of £16.50 per hour.