Trades Assistant - Accommodation Inspector

Job description

Confidential - Temporary Property Inspection OperativesLocation: Student Accommodation (site-based)Duration: Initial 2-month contractHours: Full-time (short-term cover)Start: ASAPPositions: 1-2 operatives requiredWe are currently seeking trustworthy and practical Property Inspection Operatives to support a short-term programme of planned maintenance room checks within student accommodation.Due to the nature of the role, operatives will be required to access student rooms independently, therefore a high level of professionalism, integrity and attention to detail is essential.Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out detailed room and bathroom inspections in line with a Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) checklist
• Checking and reporting on:
  • Doors, locks, hinges and mechanisms
  • Flooring, windows, window restrictors and glazing
  • Lighting, power sockets and electrical fittings
  • Walls, ceilings, plasterwork, tiles and sealants
  • Furniture condition (beds, wardrobes, desks, chairs, cabinets, etc.)
  • Plumbing fixtures including taps, sinks, showers and toilets
  • Extractor fans, fire notices and safety items
  • Identifying mould, damp or water damage
• Accurately recording defects and observations using a computer-based system
• Updating work orders and inspection statuses once checks are completed
• Escalating any significant issues or safety concerns promptly

Requirements

• Previous experience in a maintenance, facilities, building, caretaking or property-related role
• Good general building knowledge and a practical, hands-on mindset
• Comfortable using computers/tablets to complete reports and update systems
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Reliable, punctual and highly trustworthy

Desirable

• Experience working within student accommodation, social housing or similar environments
• Familiarity with PPM inspections or defect reporting

What's on Offer

• Short-term contract (2 months initially)
• Opportunity for additional work depending on requirements
• Competitive rates (dependent on experience)

This role is confidential. Further details will be provided to suitable candidates upon application.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

York

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £16.00 and £18.00 Per Hour

Published at

10-05-2026

Profession type

Manufacturing / Industrial

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English