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Posted 15 August, 2026

Maintenance Operative

Pertemps
Adamsdown, WLS, GB Full Time

Job Description

\n Maintenance Operative – Student Accommodation\n
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Location: Cardiff City Centre\n
Salary: £15.00 per hour\n
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm\n
Duration: Minimum 4 weeks\n
Start Date: ASAP\n
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\n 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.\n
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\n 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.\n
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Key responsibilities:\n
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  • Carrying out checks of vacant student rooms and identifying any maintenance issues

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  • Painting and touching up rooms where required

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  • Completing general repairs and fixing damaged or broken items

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  • Responding to leaks and other maintenance issues

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  • Helping with the movement of bins and general site duties

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  • Carrying out basic maintenance and repairs across communal areas

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  • Preparing rooms and accommodation areas to a high standard

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  • Reporting any issues that require specialist attention

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  • Supporting the wider accommodation team with general duties as required

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The ideal candidate will have:\n
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  • Previous experience in a maintenance, facilities, handyman or similar practical role

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  • Good general DIY and repair skills

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  • Painting and decorating experience would be advantageous

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  • A practical, can-do attitude

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  • Good attention to detail

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  • The ability to work independently and manage a varied workload

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  • Good communication skills and a professional approach

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\n Working for PERTEMPS, you will benefit from:\n
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  • Weekly or monthly pay – you decide

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  • Holiday entitlement

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  • Access to a workplace pension

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  • Share scheme after qualifying period

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  • And many more.

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\n If interested, please apply or call Pertemps South Wales on 02920 220776\n