Overview
We’re on the lookout for a talented and versatile Multi-Skilled Operative to join our team, supporting a busy responsive repairs contract in Durham and working across the UK on different contracts nationally. This is a dynamic, hands-on role where you’ll be responsible for delivering high-quality repairs and maintenance across a range of trades, ensuring residents’ homes are safe, functional, and well cared for.
Contract: Full Time Permanent
Salary: up to £42,840 per annum, plus, company van & fuel card
Hours: 42.5 hours per week (8-5 Monday to Friday)
Location: Durham
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Other
Industries: Facilities Services
Responsibilities
* Carry out day-to-day responsive repairs across occupied and void social housing properties
* Replace or repair skirting boards, architraves, and internal door frames
* Install and adjust kitchen units, worktops, and cupboard doors
* Repair or replace internal doors, handles, locks, and hinges
* Identify and fix minor plumbing issues such as leaks, dripping taps, and blocked sinks
* Carry out patch plastering and make good damaged walls or ceilings
* Complete wall and floor tiling repairs, including grouting and sealing
* Paint and decorate to a professional finish following repair works
* Ensure all repairs are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
* Work in occupied properties with sensitivity to residents’ needs and privacy
* Report any further works, safeguarding concerns, or property issues beyond scope
* Deliver excellent customer service while working in residents' homes
* Accurately record job details, materials used, and completion notes using handheld devices or job sheets
* Maintain tools, equipment, and company vehicle in good working order
* Manage daily workload efficiently to meet service level targets
Role Criteria
* Proven experience in domestic repairs and maintenance across multiple trades (e.g. carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, decorating)
* Full UK driving licence
* Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
* Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
* Excellent customer service skills, with experience working in occupied homes
* Good understanding of health and safety regulations and safe working practices
* Ability to use handheld devices or job management systems to record work
Benefits We Can Offer You
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Annual Mears Fun Day
* Volunteering Leave
* Staff perks with Mears Rewards
* Family friendly policies
* Company Van, Fuel Card, and Uniform
Other information
All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK. Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21, have held your licence for more than 3 months, and have fewer than 9 points. Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.
Application
Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact: Laura Bourne (laura.bourne@mearsgroup.co.uk)
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment and are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and hold related awards. Optional demographic questions during the application stages help us improve social mobility and opportunities for diverse candidates.
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