Lead Fencer

Mears Group PLC; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Company van and fuel card

Tools provided including uniform

Mears Rewards discounts

Job summary

Mears Group PLC in Peterborough is seeking a Lead Fencer who will be responsible for constructing, repairing, and maintaining fences and gates using wood, metal and chain link. The role requires measuring, digging postholes, assembling and installing sections, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.

The position is full-time and permanent, 42.5 hours per week, with a company van and fuel card. Applicants should have a UK driving licence, extensive fencing experience, and strong

Qualifications

• UK full driving licence is essential.
• Good communication skills are required.
• Extensive experience in the role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out construction, repair and maintenance of fences and gates (wood, metal, chain link).
• Measure and mark fence lines, dig postholes, assemble and install fence sections.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Good communication skills

Experience in fencing / construction

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Lead Fencer

Annual salary: up to £41,300.00

Peterborough

Fulltime, Permanent 42.5 Hours per week + company van and fuel card

Salary up to £41,300

We are the largest provider of repairs and maintenance, and regeneration services across the UK. Mears provide tailored rapid-response and planned maintenance services through partnering arrangements with more than 70 local authorities, Arm's Length Management Organisations and Housing Associations.

About the role

As a Lead Fencer you will be responsible for carrying out the construction, repair, and maintenance of various types of fences and gates, such as wood, metal, and chain link. Your tasks include measuring and marking fence lines, digging postholes, assembling, and installing fence sections, and using a variety of hand and power tools. You will be responsible in preparing sites for installation, clear debris, ensure the ground is level, and clean up after the job is done. This is a physically demanding role and requires working outdoors in different weather conditions and adhering to safety protocols.

Role Criteria:

• UK full driving licence is essential
• Extensive previous experience in the role
• Knowledge and experience in social housing is advantageous
• Good Communication skills

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
• Company van and fuel card
• All tools provided including uniform

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.

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) to coincide with this, we 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. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.