Maintenance Assistant

Upp Ltd; Oxford; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading student accommodation provider in Oxford is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to deliver planned and responsive maintenance services. This full-time position involves working 37.5 hours weekly, focusing on waste management, reactive maintenance, and ensuring a safe and clean environment. Applicants should have relevant experience, strong communication, and organizational skills, and an understanding of health and safety practices. The offer includes a competitive salary of £27,218 and various benefits aimed at enhancing employee well-being and satisfaction.

Benefits

Store discounts

Access to UPP Rewards portal

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role and environment.
• Good understanding of operational procedures and safe working practices.
• Ability to work in a safe manner.

Responsibilities

• Move waste from local site bins to collections bins.
• Carry out reactive maintenance as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and monitor common areas.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Understanding of health and safety

Job description

Maintenance Assistant page is loaded## Maintenance Assistantlocations: Oxfordtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdaytime left to apply: End Date: January 31, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R6296A successful university campus is about so much more than buildings. It’s about the environment, the atmosphere and the people – creating that sense of home that will help students feel safe, secure, and help them thrive.**Here at UPP we have an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Assistant** to work as part of our Oxford team in providing both a planned and responsive maintenance service. This is a permanent full-time position working 37.5 hours per week 10.30am to 6.30pm Monday to Friday. The salary is £27,218 per annum. *Please note that a current manual driving licence is essential for this role.***Role responsibilities as a Maintenance Assistant include:** * Move waste from local site bins to collections bins throughout the week which is essential to the site’s recycling strategy.* Carry out reactive maintenance in accordance with the Service Level Agreement (SLA) and provide front line response when jobs are raised on the Workplace Management System (Planon) utilising a portable electronic device to record job details* Ensure that the environment is maintained in accordance with the SLA, including keeping the sites clean and well maintained by monitoring plant rooms and common areas* Assist with shower curtain exchanges and flushing down of outlets as required and grounds maintenance work* Provide reports (verbal/written and electronic) relating to compliance, maintenance tasks and condition checks* Report any Health and Safety issues relating to the residence ensuring all information is passed to the relevant Manager(s) and take appropriate immediate actions to reduce risk We truly care about the experience of our residents and invite you to join our friendly and passionate team to help make a positive difference to students living away from home in our accommodation. We are looking for you to have worked in a similar role and environment and have great communication and organisation skills, along with the passion to do a great job. You will have a good understanding of the operational procedures and safe working practices of building services and systems as well as good understanding of health and safety, with the ability to always work in a safe manner. You will also be prepared to work (with notice) additional hours when needed, especially during the main student arrival and departure weekends. **In return, we are** **offering** a fun and interesting environment to work in with a competitive salary and a great benefits package which store discounts, as well as access to our UPP Rewards portal, offering discounts from a variety of retailers, restaurants gyms and more. UPP welcome all applications and recognise the value of having a diverse and inclusive culture, which reflects the communities we work with and has a positive impact on our people, our student residents, and our university partners.We understand all disabilities, impairments and conditions are unique, so please advise us of any adjustments which would support you through our recruitment process and help you to thrive at work.Our core values of Innovation, Sustainability, Community, Partnership and Respect, are fundamental to our culture and summarise what is important to our business and our people.Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory vetting, inclusive of employment referencing covering the past three years and you may be subject to additional vetting and barring checks to ensure your suitability for the role, which could include completing a basic DBS.**We are a team with energy, pace and passion; if that sounds like you, apply today.**We are proud to be the UK’s leading provider of on-campus residential and academic accommodation, with over 35,000 beds where more than 500,000 students from around the world have called home over the years. We provide a complete solution of Design, Build, Fund, and Operate (DBFO) student accommodation and campus facilities exclusively to the higher education sector. This means we not only design and create cutting edge sustainable buildings, but we also help finance them and successfully manage the onsite operations long-term.However, we’re more than just accommodation, we create spaces where students can thrive, connect, and make the most of their university experience. Our mission is to support every student's journey by offering a safe, inclusive and inspiring environment to live and learn.At UPP, we believe your career should be as rewarding as the impact you make. Here’s what you can expect when you join us:To learn more about what we offer, check out our Working Environment, Benefits and Career Development tabs on our .**Apply today and start your journey with UPP.*** **Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging:** An inclusive culture where everyone feels respected, heard, and empowered.* **Career Growth**: Learn, lead, and progress with tailored training and leadership programmes.* **Rewards & Benefits**: Competitive package and range of benefits designed for you.* **Health and Wellbeing**: From mental health resources to wellness programmes, and everyday support.* **Purpose & Impact**: Every role shapes the student experience.