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The University of Leeds

Maintenance Technician

Leeds Permanent Full-time £26,707–£28,778 / year
Closes 22 Nov 2026

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This is an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Technician to join our growing maintenance team in Leeds. You will be responsible for carrying out proactive and reactive repairs and maintenance across our student accommodation portfolio, which is made up of Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) and houses of multiple occupancy (HMOs).

We are looking for a proactive Maintenance Technician with experience in property maintenance, facilities management, construction, building services or a similar environment. You will possess practical skills across basic plumbing, joinery and decorating, with the ability to diagnose problems, prioritise workloads and deliver high standards of workmanship.

Your experience should be complemented by a strong customer focus, excellent communication skills, initiative, and a commitment to providing outstanding service and creating a positive living experience for our residents.

If you thrive in a busy environment, enjoy problem solving and have a can-do attitude this could be the role for you.

This role requires some lone working and assisting sub-contractors on occasion and a full UK driving licence.

This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

What we offer in return:

- 26 days holiday plus approx. 16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That's 42 days a year!
- Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance
- Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls
- Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team
- Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes
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Job details
Reference
CSUNI1136
Category
Estates & Facilities
Posted
4 Nov 2026

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