About the Role
We’re looking for a General Operative to join our team in Evesham, supporting groundworkers and trade colleagues to deliver high quality repairs and refurbishment works to housing properties. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with construction experience who takes pride in their work and values delivering excellent customer service. Working across the Midlands, you will play an important part in ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard, contributing to first time fix and positive outcomes for our customers. As a General Operative, you will work as part of a local team undertaking general repairs and refurbishment activities within occupied and void properties.
Role Responsibilities
1. Install fixtures such as curtains, blinds and door handles, drawing on basic maintenance experience and a keen eye for detail
2. Carry out painting and decorating tasks, which require strong organisational skills and a sense of pride in presentation
3. Fix leaking waste pipes and perform minor plumbing repairs, using practical know-how and a problem-solving mindset
4. Replace light bulbs and check smoke alarms, showing a proactive approach and commitment to safety standards
5. Support cleaning and waste collection duties (training provided), with flexibility and a willingness to learn new skills
6. Work collaboratively within the Repairs and Maintenance team, where strong teamwork and reliability are essential
7. Deliver excellent customer service across all tasks, maintaining a professional and customer-focused attitude
8. Communicate effectively with colleagues and residents, using clear verbal communication and good interpersonal skills
9. Make decisions and solve problems independently when needed, demonstrating confidence and initiative
10. Maintain high standards of safety, quality and cost control, with a methodical and dependable approach to work
Key Criteria
11. Experience in the above duties
12. Understanding of building materials
13. Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions
14. Commitment to high standards of health and safety
15. Full UK driving licence
Benefits:
16. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
17. Family-friendly policies, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave
18. life assurance
19. Van & Fuel card
20. Refer a friend schemes
21. Generous pension scheme and sick pay
22. Employee Assistance Programme
23. Mears Rewards – access to discounts across major retailers, including supermarkets
24. Excellent training and development opportunities
25. Annual Mears Fun Day (previous locations include Alton Towers and Drayton Manor)
26. Volunteering leave – up to two days per year to support community initiatives