Maintenance Operative

Trades & Services
Midlothian
May 3, 2026
Permanent
Urgent

Job Description

Hours and Rota

37.5 hours per week. The role will be expected to work an 8 hour shift between 8am and 8pm Monday – Sunday.

Salary

£25,699 – £28,587 per annum (depending on experience), plus bonus and benefits.

Essential

A full driving license valid for driving in the UK.

What you’ll be doing as a Facilities Team Member

  • Resolving a variety of general maintenance issues and problems including basic plastering, window and door repairs, completing like-for-like electrical changes and basic plumbing.
  • Responding to any Health and Safety related calls.
  • Completing planned inspections and rectifying any remedial works.
  • Logging any maintenance issues and follow up accordingly.

What we’re looking for in you

  • The student experience is at the forefront of everything we do, so you’ll be passionate about delivering top customer service.
  • You’ll have experience working within general maintenance, basic plumbing and electrical skills desirable.
  • You’ll have experience within a customer-facing role.

What You’ll Get in Return

  • A discretionary annual bonus so you can share in the company’s success.
  • 33 days paid holiday, inclusive of bank holidays and an annual holiday buying scheme, with 5 additional days awarded for long service.
  • A generous pension scheme – employer contributions between 5% and 11% depending on how much you save.
  • Various benefits to support your health and wellbeing including a Healthcare Cash Plan, an Employee Assistance Programme, a Wellbeing platform and a Gym benefit that you can share with your family and friends.
  • Enhanced Family Leave including 18 weeks full pay for birthing parents and 4 weeks for non-birthing parents.
  • Lots of other great benefits including an annual ShareSave scheme, Employee Life Assurance, a discounts portal and more!

Background Checks

As part of our commitment to safeguarding our students, all new employees in this position will be required to undertake a basic criminal record check prior to commencing employment. The cost of this check will be incurred by Unite Students. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory criminal record check result.

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