Full time Temporary

Maintenance Operative

Pertemps South Wales

Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1AT

£15 per hour

Posted: 11 August 2026 (Today)

Closing date: 10 September 2026

Ref: 60631450

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About the Role

A Maintenance Operative is needed for student accommodation in Cardiff City Centre, offered by Pertemps South Wales. This full-time, temporary assignment pays £15.00 per hour and runs for a minimum of four weeks, with an immediate start. Working Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm, you will perform hands-on upkeep across the property. Duties include inspecting vacant rooms for faults, painting, completing general repairs, and addressing leaks. This role suits someone with solid practical abilities and confidence in handling varied maintenance tasks. You will work independently, ensuring the building remains safe and well-presented for residents. Prior experience in a similar position is advantageous.

Maintenance Operative – Student Accommodation
Location: Cardiff City Centre
Salary: £15.00 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm
Duration: Minimum 4 weeks
Start Date: ASAP
Pertemps are currently recruiting for a Maintenance Operative to work within student accommodation based in Cardiff City Centre on a temporary assignment for a minimum of 4 weeks.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone with good practical skills who is confident carrying out general maintenance, repairs and upkeep across the accommodation.
Key responsibilities:

Carrying out checks of vacant student rooms and identifying any maintenance issues
Painting and touching up rooms where required
Completing general repairs and fixing damaged or broken items
Responding to leaks and other maintenance issues
Helping with the movement of bins and general site duties
Carrying out basic maintenance and repairs across communal areas
Preparing rooms and accommodation areas to a high standard
Reporting any issues that require specialist attention
Supporting the wider accommodation team with general duties as required

The ideal candidate will have:

Previous experience in a maintenance, facilities, handyman or similar practical role
Good general DIY and repair skills
Painting and decorating experience would be advantageous
A practical, can-do attitude
Good attention to detail
The ability to work independently and manage a varied workload
Good communication skills and a professional approach

Working for PERTEMPS, you will benefit from: