Busy and brilliant, our Maintenance team do a fantastic job maintaining over 170 buildings and properties across 25 university towns.
What's it like working in Maintenance?
While our job is all about managing the day-to-day running of individual buildings and delivering an effective and efficient maintenance service, it’s much more than that – we have a passion for providing the best possible service for our student customers.
Rewards & benefits
What benefits will I get with my salary?
As well as a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits. These vary depending upon the role and the level of the position, however you can expect at least:
Typical roles
We have lots of opportunities to get excited about in our Maintenance team, like:
Locations
Because our Maintenance team is vital to the smooth and effective running of our individual student properties, you’ll find them all over the country.
"I like working with the students because it gives me a chance to meet the customer face to face and it's a great feeling when we provide a good service and receive positive feedback."
Our people Alex Gilbert Facilities Team Member, Bristol
Alex Gilbert explains why they enjoy working for the leader in student accommodation and reveals why the company has such a great reputation for developing employees.
Alex Gilbert Facilities Team Member, Bristol
I love the working environment and the support I get at Unite Students. I really appreciate that the company takes the time to recognise the hard work I put in and invest in training and developing my skills. The good working environment and the feeling of teamwork and support is amazing. There's real cooperation between the different city teams, too.
I like working with the students because it gives me a chance to meet the customer face to face and it's a great feeling when we provide a good service and receive positive feedback.
“Not everyone can say they enjoy their job, but I do and it’s a perfect fit for my skillset.”
Our people Brady Lee Vassallo Maintenance Engineer
As part of a five-man maintenance team, Brady loves working with students and enjoys the fast paced and varied nature of his role.
Brady Lee Vassallo Maintenance Engineer
I joined Unite Students in June 2016 having worked in conjunction with Unite Students staff when I held a position at the University of Portsmouth halls of residence. After seeing how Unite Students functioned first hand, I knew it was the place for me. I can honestly say It’s met all my expectations and I’m really happy in my role. Not everyone can say they enjoy their job, but I do and it’s a perfect fit for my skillset.
I’m currently a Maintenance Engineer specialising in plumbing and it’s fair to say that some days are fast paced – and no day is the same as the next, so anything can happen! Having said that, we always deal with everything that comes in in a calm and professional manner and we’re always met with gratitude and thanks for the effort that we put in.
The culture and the attitude of the staff are second to none, and I believe the management style is great. Overall, this is a very rewarding, satisfying job that continually lets me use my skills and personality to enhance the student experience.
“Everyone works together to help each other and this makes Unite Students a great place to work.”
Our people Greg Taylor Maintenance Operative
Greg Taylor only joined Unite Students three months ago, but he’s most definitely found a job that he enjoys.
Greg Taylor Maintenance Operative
I joined Unite Students three months ago as a Maintenance Operative. Even though I’ve only been here a short time, I’ve been welcomed from every member of staff and everyone is ready to answer any questions I have, which has been amazing. While there are lots of teams doing various jobs, everyone works together to help each other and this makes Unite Students a great place to work.
I look forward to coming into the office every morning and seeing what jobs that I need to do that day. Whether it’s unblocking showers, stopping leaks or changing light bulbs, I enjoy getting to meet new faces every day and help in a small way. Everyone I work with is happy and willing to talk or listen.
Unite Students is a great place to work – my work is fun and I get to meet new people every day, learning about different cultures and working alongside people I enjoy being around. By joining Unite Students, I have found what many people look for – a job they enjoy!
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