Glazier

Glazier

Location: Gillingham

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: £35,000 per annum

Benefits: Company van, fuel card, uniform, generous leave, staff rewards

About The Role

We are proud to work in partnership with Medway City Council, delivering high‑quality property repairs and maintenance services across the local housing stock. Together, we ensure residents receive prompt, professional repairs with a strong focus on customer care, safety, and value. We’re now looking for an experienced Glazier to join our growing team, working in a busy repairs environment across residential properties in Gillingham.

Role Responsibilities

• Replacing broken or damaged glass units in windows, doors, and screens
• Measuring, cutting, and fitting glass safely and accurately
• Carrying out glazing repairs in both occupied and void properties
• Diagnosing faults and recommending appropriate repair solutions
• Ensuring all work meets safety, quality, and compliance standards
• Making safe following breakages and emergency call‑outs
• Using handheld devices (PDA) to log work and update job status
• Liaising with tenants, supervisors, and colleagues to deliver excellent customer service
• Maintaining tools, equipment, and company vehicle to a high standard
• Supporting other trades and contributing to a positive team environment

Role Criteria

• Proven experience working as a Glazier
• Experience undertaking domestic glazing repairs and replacements
• Competent in measuring glass and confidently ordering materials with suppliers
• Knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements when handling glass
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Good communication skills – verbal and written
• Basic IT literacy for logging and reporting tasks
• Full UK driving licence

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company van, fuel card, and uniform provided
• Annual Mears Fun Day – a celebration of your hard work
• Volunteering leave to support community initiatives
• Mears Rewards – discounts on groceries, holidays, eye tests, and more
• Family‑friendly policies and support
• Share Save and You Earn schemes
• Access to confidential EAP counselling and wellbeing support

Equal Opportunities Statement

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 over 3 months, and have less than 9 points. Candidates should be aware that all roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.

At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS). We also hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers.

In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.