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Location: Central London - Whitechapel & Farringdon Cluster Salary: 36,900 - 39,975 Contract: Permanent, Hours: 37.5 per week Driving licence required About the Role Total Staff are recruiting for a Multi-Trade Maintenance Operative (Electrical Bias) to join a flagship cluster of student accommodation properties across the Whitechapel and Farringdon areas. This is a key role in a high-performing facilities team - ideal for someone with strong electrical skills who is confident working across a variety of building maintenance tasks. You'll support five modern PBSA buildings, ensuring they remain safe, compliant, and well-maintained, while delivering a high standard of service to residents and staff. We're looking for someone who is technically capable, customer-focused, and comfortable working independently across multiple buildings. Key ResponsibilitiesElectrical Maintenance Carry out electrical repairs, fault-finding, and testing across student accommodation buildings Diagnose and repair issues involving lighting, power, small power circuits, isolators, and control equipment Complete planned preventative electrical maintenance in line with compliance standards Support periodic testing and statutory checks where required Multi-Trade & General Maintenance Complete day-to-day maintenance tasks across plumbing, basic carpentry, and general building fabric Assist with repairs to fixtures, fittings, door furniture, appliances, and communal areas Support room inspections, snagging and turnaround works (January + Summer periods) Respond to reactive maintenance requests logged via PDA/CAFM systems Compliance & Safety Ensure all works are carried out safely and in line with company procedures Maintain accurate maintenance records and update job tickets Carry out routine plant checks and support statutory compliance works Escalate high-risk issues and support contractors on-site Cluster Support Work across five nearby properties, providing a shared maintenance resource Engage professionally with students, staff, and stakeholders Assist the Facilities Team Leader with workload planning during busy periods Ideal Candidate NVQ Level 2 (or above) in Electrical Installation / Electrical Maintenance (essential) Additional trade skills (e.g., plumbing, carpentry, decorating, basic HVAC) are highly desirable Experience in student accommodation, residential buildings, hotels, or commercial facilities Strong fault-finding ability with a safe and methodical approach Comfortable working alone or as part of a wider team Excellent communication and customer service skills Full UK driving licence (required for cluster travel) What's On Offer 36,900 - 39,975 salary Permanent, full-time position Multi-site role across a premium PBSA cluster Opportunity to work with modern plant and facilities systems Strong team support and clear internal progression routes Stability, training, and long-term career development