General Operative

Mears; Tankerton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Sick Pay

Pension scheme with employer and staff

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Life Assurance

Job summary

Mears is seeking a General Operative to support its SHDF retrofit programme within the social housing sector. You will assist with site setup, site safety, waste handling, and collaboration with local teams to ensure timely, quality delivery in customers' homes.

You will work under the guidance of skilled trades and site supervisors, maintaining high workmanship standards while following health and safety regulations. A full UK driving licence and a proactive, team-oriented mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required.
• Knowledge of health and safety practices on site preferred.
• Willingness to learn PAS 2035 retrofit standards or related training.

Responsibilities

• Support site set-up and maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment.
• Remove and dispose of waste materials in line with site procedures.
• Safely handle, move, and store materials and equipment.
• Assist skilled tradespeople with domestic retrofit and energy efficiency improvement works.
• Carry out general labouring duties, minor repairs, and maintenance tasks as required.
• Work in line with all health and safety regulations, policies, and safe working practices.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and attention to detail at all times.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contractors to ensure project deadlines are achieved.
• Report any site issues, defects, or safety concerns to the Site Supervisor promptly.
• Attend team briefings and contribute ideas to support continuous improvement.
• Take ownership of allocated tasks, ensuring works are completed efficiently, safely, and right first time.
• Deliver excellent customer service and maintain a professional approach when working in customers' homes.
• Undertake work at height where required, following appropriate training and safety procedures.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Health and safety awareness

Ability to work independently

Team player

Good communication skills

Job description

About the Role

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As a General Operative, you will be working on our SHDF retrofit programme within the social housing background, providing a stable and profitable contract, delivering excellent service and support through our local teams, who understand the importance of working together for the local community. Providing front facing support and advice as required and delivering proactive communication throughout the works life cycle. Putting the customer at the heart of everything we do; ensuring we meet the needs of the business, our clients, and our customers.

Duties:

• Support site set-up and maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment
• Remove and dispose of waste materials in line with site procedures
• Safely handle, move, and store materials and equipment
• Assist skilled tradespeople with domestic retrofit and energy efficiency improvement works
• Carry out general labouring duties, minor repairs, and maintenance tasks as required
• Work in line with all health and safety regulations, policies, and safe working practices
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and attention to detail at all times
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contractors to ensure project deadlines are achieved
• Report any site issues, defects, or safety concerns to the Site Supervisor promptly
• Attend team briefings and contribute ideas to support continuous improvement
• Take ownership of allocated tasks, ensuring works are completed efficiently, safely, and right first time
• Deliver excellent customer service and maintain a professional approach when working in customers' homes
• Undertake work at height where required, following appropriate training and safety procedures

Role Criteria:

• Experience in the above duties
• Full UK driving license
• Knowledge of PAS 2035 domestic retrofit standards, or a willingness to learn
• Asbestos Awareness certification or willingness to obtain this training
• Strong awareness of health and safety practices on site
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication skills and a proactive approach to work

Benefits we can offer you

• Company Sick Pay
• Life Assurance (1x annual salary)
• Company pension scheme with Pensions people
• 5% employee and 3% employer pension contribution with People pension
• Commercial vehicle and fuel card (where role requires)
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity (14 weeks full pay, 12 weeks half pay and 13 weeks statutory pay), paternity (2 weeks full pay) and adoption leave
• Employee Assistance Programme - free confidential support and counselling available
• Mears Rewards offering discounts and cashback at leading retailers including travel, household items and shopping
• Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work!
• Volunteering leave – up to two days per year to support community initiatives
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Share save scheme
• Recognition and long service awards
• Buy up to 5 days holiday each year depending on length of service
• Learning and development opportunities
• Career progression opportunities across Mears Group
• Occupational health support
• Green car scheme with Tusker after successful probation period
• We have a range of internal forums that Align with our company core values and beliefs including Mears Men, Women’s Heath, Pride at Mears, R.E.A.C.H, Women Operative support, Armed Forces, Women in Leadership, Diverse

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.