Multi-Skilled Technician
| Posting date: | 22 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £27,175.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £27,175 PA |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 October 2025 |
| Location: | Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 4YW |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4726549_1758534433 |
Summary
Your new company
An established organisation in the student accommodation sector is seeking a Multi-Skilled Technician to join their maintenance team. This is a permanent opportunity offering a competitive salary and a supportive working environment.
Your new role
As a Multi-Skilled Technician, you will be responsible for delivering both planned and reactive maintenance services, with a focus on building fabric repairs. You will ensure all work is carried out safely and in line with health and safety regulations, contributing to the overall upkeep and compliance of the residential estate.
Key responsibilities include:
- Responding to reactive maintenance requests in line with service level agreements
- Conducting planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and liaising with subcontractors
- Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities and statutory compliance
- Performing statutory testing (e.g. PAT, fire alarms, fire doors)
- Reporting health and safety concerns and ensuring safe working practices
- Participating in an out-of-hours on-call rota
What you'll need to succeed
You will have experience in a similar role within a residential or facilities management environment, with strong communication and organisational skills. A solid understanding of building services, safe working practices, and health and safety regulations is essential.
Flexibility to work additional hours during peak periods (e.g. student arrivals/departures) is required. Employment is subject to satisfactory references and may include a basic DBS check.
What you'll get in return
You'll be joining a friendly and passionate team in a rewarding environment. Benefits include:
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Life insurance and pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme and retail discounts
- Access to a rewards portal offering discounts across various sectors
- Two paid volunteering days annually
The organisation is committed to diversity and inclusion, and values the unique contributions of each team member. Recognised with the Investors in People Gold Standard, they pride themselves on supporting and developing their workforce.
What you need to do now
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