Hourly rate: £14.09
Glazier
Location: Dover
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £14.09 Per Hour or the yearly rate is £31,138.90 per annum
Benefits: Company van, fuel card, uniform, generous leave, staff rewards
We’re on the lookout for a talented and versatile Glazier to join our team, supporting a busy responsive repairs contract in Dover. 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.
You’ll be working across occupied properties, responding to day-to-day repair requests that cover glazing. No two days are the same, and your ability to adapt, problem-solve, and deliver excellent customer service will be key to your success.
With a strong pipeline of work and a commitment to improving social housing standards, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a team that’s making a real difference in the community. We’re looking for someone reliable, skilled across multiple trades, and passionate about getting the job done right the first time.
Role Responsibilities
1. Replacing broken or damaged glass units in windows and doors
2. Installing and repairing UPVC windows, doors, and frames
3. Diagnosing faults and recommending appropriate repair solutions
4. Ensuring all work meets safety, quality, and compliance standards
5. Working in both occupied and void properties
6. Using handheld devices (PDA) to log work and update job status
7. Liaising with tenants and colleagues to deliver excellent customer service
8. Maintaining tools, equipment, and company vehicle to a high standard
9. Supporting other trades and contributing to a positive team environment
Role Criteria
10. Proven experience in glazing and UPVC repairs
11. Experience in the above duties
12. Must be competent with all aspects of glazing and UPVC works including installing/replacing hinges, handles, restrictors, locks and sliding gear
13. Must have experience of and be able to undertake changing of UPVC trims, sills and renewing of double-glazed units
14. You must be able to measure glass and doors and confidently order materials with our suppliers
15. Must be familiar with composite doors
16. Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
17. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
18. Good communication skills - verbal and written
19. Basic IT literacy for logging and reporting tasks
20. Full UK driving licence
Benefits
21. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
22. Company van, fuel card, and uniform provided
23. Annual Mears Fun Day – a celebration of your hard work
24. Volunteering leave to support community initiatives
25. Mears Rewards – discounts on groceries, holidays, eye tests, and more
26. Family-friendly policies and support
27. Share Save and You Earn schemes
28. Access to confidential EAP counselling and wellbeing support
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 over 3 months and have less than 9 points.
Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.