Job Title: Maintenance Operative

Location: Reading, Berkshire

Salary: £28,800 – £30,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

We are seeking a reliable and skilled Maintenance Operative to join our on-site team at a prestigious, high-end residential apartment development in Reading. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on professional with a strong eye for detail and a proactive approach to building maintenance and customer service.

As the Maintenance Operative, you will be responsible for ensuring the building is maintained to the highest standards, delivering a safe, well-presented, and comfortable environment for residents at all times.

• Carry out general maintenance duties across the development
• Respond promptly to reported maintenance issues and complete tasks in a timely and professional manner
• Conduct regular inspections of communal areas, plant rooms, lighting, fire safety systems, and other critical building infrastructure
• Liaise with property management and concierge teams to ensure all resident requests and planned maintenance activities are communicated and delivered effectively
• Manage on-site contractors where necessary and ensure all health & safety protocols are followed
• Maintain accurate records of works carried out and report any major issues requiring further escalation
• Support the upkeep of external areas, refuse management, and other operational tasks as required

• Proven experience in a similar maintenance or facilities role, ideally within a residential or hospitality setting
• Good all-round knowledge of building maintenance trades including plumbing, carpentry, decorating, and basic electrics
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive, can-do attitude
• Professional presentation and excellent customer service skills
• Awareness of health and safety practices and procedures
• Basic IT literacy and good communication skills

• Competitive salary: £28,800 – £30,000 per annum
• Monday to Friday schedule (no weekends)
• 40-hour working week
• Opportunity to work in a high-quality, modern residential development
• Supportive team environment and career development potential

Jackson Sims Recruitment, specialists in Real Estate, covering Block & Estate Management, Property Management (AST), Build to Rent (BTR), Facilities Management, Concierge, PBSA and Financial & Accounting Services, operating in London and throughout the UK. Should you be a candidate or client working in Real Estate, we have a multitude of recruitment services that can be tailored to you.