Labourer/Maintenance Assistant

4719559
  • Job type

    Temporary
  • Location

    Lancaster
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Trades And Labour - House Building
  • Industry

    Property & Real Estate
  • Pay

    from £15.89 per hour

Labourer/Maintenance Assistant | Start ASAP | 6 weeks' work | Lancaster

Your new company

We are currently recruiting x4 Maintenance Assistants to join the on-site maintenance team at the University. This is a fantastic short-term opportunity to work within a well-established facilities team, supporting the preparation of student accommodation ahead of the new academic year.

Your new role

You will be working Monday to Friday, starting at 8:00am daily, alongside experienced fabric technicians in a one-on-one setup. Your role will involve light maintenance tasks across the university’s living quarters, including:
  • Patch painting and touch-ups
  • Installing shower curtains
  • Removing and relocating mattresses, chairs, and other furnishings
  • Ensuring all rooms are clean, functional, and ready for student return


What you'll need to succeed

To thrive in this role, you must be:
  • ✅ Reliable and punctual
  • ✅ Consistent in your work ethic
  • ✅ Enthusiastic and a strong team player
  • ✅ Physically able to carry out manual tasks
  • ✅ Able to commute to university at an 8am start each day


What you'll get in return

  • Weekly pay direct to your account
  • Competitive hourly rate
  • Experience working in a dynamic university environment
  • Supportive team culture with hands-on training


What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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