Maintenance Assistant

Lancaster, LA1 4 | Temporary assignment Jun to Oct 2026| Mon–Fri, 08:30–17:00 | £12.71 per hour 37.5 hours a week.

I’m recruiting on behalf of a leading student accommodation provider for a Maintenance Assistant to join their team end of June 2026 in Lancaster on a 3‑month temporary assignment. This is a hands‑on role, ideal for someone with solid basic maintenance/DIY skills who enjoys working in a small, friendly team and providing a safe, clean environment for residents.

The Role

• Carry out basic reactive repairs and general upkeep in line with Service Level Agreements.
• Keep the site clean and tidy, including daily litter picking.
• Move refuse, white goods, mattresses and furniture safely.
• Support statutory checks: fire alarms/extinguishers, detectors, emergency lighting, water temperatures and shower heads.
• Report any Health & Safety issues to the relevant manager.
• Help with summer works (e.g. painting, tiling, installing/removing mattresses and white goods).
• Work flexibly during busy student arrival/departure weekends.

About You

• Practical DIY/maintenance skills (e.g. painting, tiling).
• Understanding of safe working practices and Health & Safety.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Proactive, organised, able to work with minimal supervision.
• Team player who can work to targets and maintain high standards under pressure.