Multi Skilled Operative

Mears; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property maintenance company is seeking a dedicated Multi-skilled Operative based in Ipswich. The ideal candidate will deliver high-quality repairs across trades like carpentry, plumbing, and plastering, ensuring homes meet health and safety standards. This role offers an annual salary of up to £35,278.74, company van, and additional benefits including 25 days of annual leave and discounts through Mears Rewards.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Annual Mears Fun Day

Volunteering Leave

Staff perks with Mears Rewards

Company Van, Fuel Card, and Uniform

Qualifications

• Proven experience in domestic repairs and maintenance across multiple trades.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Good understanding of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Identify and treat damp and mould issues within residential properties.
• Carry out mould remediation and internal painting tasks.
• Manage daily workload to meet service level targets.

Skills

Experience in domestic repairs and maintenance

Damp and mould remediation experience

Full UK driving licence

Strong fault-finding skills

Excellent customer service skills

Job description

Annual salary : up to £35,278.74

Multi-skilled Operative

Location : Ipswich

Contract : Field-based, Full-Time, Permanent Role

Salary up to £35,278.74 per annum, plus, company van & fuel card

42.5 hours per week (8-5 Monday- Friday)

We are seeking a dedicated Multi Skilled Operative to join our established team focused on treating and identifying damp and mould issues within our clients' housing stock. This role is central to ensuring our properties are maintained to the highest standards, ensuring both the health and safety of residents and the long-term integrity of the buildings.

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 carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, and more. 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.

Duties

• Identify and treat damp and mould issues within residential properties.
• Carry out mould remediation work, including surface cleaning, mould treatment application, and ensuring the treated areas are safe and effective.
• Undertake internal painting and decorating tasks, focusing on areas affected by mould or damp, ensuring a high-quality finish.
• Perform plastering and tiling work, including mastic sealant application to baths and wet room fixtures.
• Carry out day-to-day responsive repairs across social housing properties
• Replacing or repairing skirting boards, architraves, and internal door frames
• Installing and adjusting kitchen units, worktops, and cupboard doors
• Repairing or replacing internal doors, handles, locks, and hinges
• Identifying and fixing minor plumbing issues such as leaks, dripping taps, and blocked sinks
• Carrying out patch plastering and making good, damaged walls or ceilings
• Completing wall and floor tiling repairs, including grouting and sealing
• Painting and decorating to a professional finish following repair works
• Ensuring all repairs are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
• Working in occupied properties with sensitivity to residents’ needs and privacy
• Participating in out-of-hours emergency repair rota as required
• Reporting any further works, safeguarding concerns, or property issues beyond scopeDeliver excellent customer service while working in residents' homes
• Accurately record job details, materials used, and completion notes using handheld devices or job sheets
• Maintain tools, equipment, and company vehicle in good working order
• Manage daily workload efficiently to meet service level targets

Role Criteria

• Proven experience in domestic repairs and maintenance across multiple trades (e.g, plastering, tiling, painting & decorating etc.)
• Damp and mould remediation experience
• Full UK driving licence
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Excellent customer service skills, with experience working in occupied homes
• Good understanding of health and safety regulations and safe working practices
• Ability to use handheld devices or job management systems to record work
• Willingness to participate in out-of-hours emergency rota

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, Fuel Card, and 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.