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Property Maintenance Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 18 February 2026
Salary: £26,000 per year
Additional salary information: Up to £26,000
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 20 March 2026
Location: Chichester, West Sussex
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Blue Octopus Recruitment Limited
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: HYDE199851

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Summary

Property Maintenance Assistant

Chichester and surrounding areas

Up to £25,000 plus company van and fuel card

Hyde is looking for a Property Maintenance Assistant to join our collaborative and values-driven team. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment that champions employee wellbeing, continuous learning, and long-term development.

As a Property Maintenance Assistant at Hyde, you will support skilled trades colleagues in delivering high-quality property maintenance services across our homes and estates. Working across a range of maintenance workstreams, you’ll help ensure repairs are completed right first time, homes are kept safe, and residents receive an excellent, customer-focused service. This role comes with a company van and fuel card, making it ideal for someone looking to build a long-term career in property maintenance.

Key Duties

Support skilled tradespeople with property maintenance and repair works across multiple workstreams, including brickwork, fencing, roofing and general repairs
Prepare, maintain and clean work sites, including digging and back-filling trenches and ensuring sites are left safe and tidy
Carry out work safely at height and in line with all health and safety requirements, using tools and equipment correctly
Deliver a customer-focused service by respecting residents’ homes, privacy and wellbeing at all times
Assist with stock, materials and vehicle checks, reporting defects, damage or incidents in line with procedures
Why Join Hyde?

Hyde is part of Hyde Group, one of the UK’s leading housing providers, managing and owning around 120,000 homes nationwide. We’re committed to building safe, sustainable communities where people can thrive. With a strong social purpose, long-term investment plans, and a focus on innovation, Hyde is a place where you can grow your career while making a real difference.

As a Property Maintenance Assistant we’re seeking someone who can bring:

Experience of working in a practical, hands-on or construction-related environment (desirable but not essential)
Strong customer service skills, with the ability to communicate professionally and respectfully with residents and colleagues
A proactive, safety-conscious mindset with a willingness to learn new skills and trades
The ability to follow instructions, work as part of a team, and support the delivery of high-quality repairs
The Benefits of Joining Hyde

Excellent pension scheme
Generous holiday allowance
Life assurance
Award-winning flexible benefits platform
Support for learning and career development
Hybrid working options available
Diversity, Inclusion & Accessibility

Equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are at Hyde. We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to be their authentic selves. By embracing different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences, we unlock innovation and reflect the diverse communities we serve. At Hyde, inclusivity isn’t a one-off initiative — it’s embedded in our culture and central to how we work every day.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we’re committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if a suitable candidate is identified.

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