General Operative

Mears; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A property maintenance company in Tees Valley is seeking a General Operative to join their Repairs and Maintenance team. The role involves a variety of hands-on tasks such as installing fixtures, performing minor repairs, and delivering excellent customer service. The ideal candidate should have cleaning experience, good communication skills, and a full UK driving license. This position guarantees a supportive work environment with generous benefits including 25 days annual leave and other staff perks.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Annual Mears Fun Day

Volunteering Leave

Staff perks with Mears Rewards

Access to EAP Counselling sessions

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning and maintenance tasks.
• Basic understanding of repairs in properties.
• Full UK Driving License is required.

Responsibilities

• Install fixtures and perform minor maintenance.
• Conduct painting and decorating tasks.
• Fix leaking pipes and minor plumbing issues.
• Replace light bulbs and check smoke alarms.
• Collaborate with the Repairs and Maintenance team.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Good communication skills

Ability to work as a team

Problem-solving mindset

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and dependable General Operative to join our Repairs and Maintenance team following a recent internal promotion. This is a hands-on role requiring a mix of practical ability, customer service, and teamwork. You’ll be responsible for a wide range of tasks that help maintain our properties to a high standard.

Duties :

Install fixtures such as curtains, blinds and door handles, drawing on basic maintenance experience and a keen eye for detail

Carry out painting and decorating tasks, which require strong organisational skills and a sense of pride in presentation

Fix leaking waste pipes and perform minor plumbing repairs, using practical know-how and a problem-solving mindset

Replace light bulbs and check smoke alarms, showing a proactive approach and commitment to safety standards

Support cleaning and waste collection duties (training provided), with flexibility and a willingness to learn new skills

Work collaboratively within the Repairs and Maintenance team, where strong teamwork and reliability are essential

Deliver excellent customer service across all tasks, maintaining a professional and customer-focused attitude

Communicate effectively with colleagues and residents, using clear verbal communication and good interpersonal skills

Make decisions and solve problems independently when needed, demonstrating confidence and initiative

Maintain high standards of safety, quality and cost control, with a methodical and dependable approach to work

Role Criteria : Cleaning experience

Background & understanding in building, repairs, and maintenance

Good communication skills

Ability to work as a team

Willing to travel

Full UK Driving License

Benefits we can offer you

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

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 - Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment.

Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, plus much more

Family friendly policies

Access to EAP Counselling sessions

All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.