Multi Skilled Operative

Mears Group PLC; Morton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Family friendly policies

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme

Company van and fuel card

Job summary

Mears Group PLC is seeking a Multi‑Skilled Operative to deliver high‑quality repairs in Darlington. You will work across trades including plumbing, joinery, plastering and tiling, performing responsive repairs in tenanted properties with a focus on safety and customer care.

The role requires hands‑on skills, reliable performance, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a field environment. A full UK driving licence and tool ownership are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience across multiple trades and a core trade (Plumbing, Joinery, Plastering or Tiling)
• Good customer service and ability to work under pressure
• Full UK driving licence and own hand tools required

Responsibilities

• Carry out day‑to‑day responsive repairs across tenanted properties
• Complete plumbing tasks and joinery duties as part of repairs
• Repair/replace internal doors, handles, locks and hinges
• Carry out plastering, tiling and decorating to a high standard
• Record job details, materials used and completion notes accurately

Skills

Plumbing

Joinery

Plastering

Tiling

Education

City & Guilds Site Carpenter Level 2

Job description

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Salary up to £37,884 per annum, plus, company van & fuel card

42.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8am – 5pm

Annual salary: up to £36,884.00

Location: Darlington – field based

Multi-skilled Operative

Mears provides temporary accommodation to asylum seekers whilst their claim is being assessed in three regions: Northeast, Yorkshire and Humber, Northern Ireland, and Scotland. Mears work in partnership with central and local Government, registered providers, tenants, landlords and investors to find solutions to homelessness, provide more social and affordable housing and create specialist housing for people with care needs.

We’re on the lookout for a talented and versatile Multi‑Skilled Operative to join our team, supporting a busy repairs contract in Darlington. This is a dynamic, hands‑on role where you’ll be responsible for delivering high‑quality repairs and maintenance across a range of trades in void properties.

With a strong pipeline of work and a commitment to improving 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

• Carry out day-to-day responsive repairs across tenanted properties
• Completing plumbing tasks including removing old shower trays, fitting and replacing baths and taps
• Joinery duties include fitting doors, work tops and kitchen cupboards
• Repairing or replacing internal doors, handles, locks, and hinges
• 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
• Reporting any further works, safeguarding concerns, or property issues beyond scope
• Deliver 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

• Experience in a core trade (Plumbing, Joinery, Plastering or Tiling)
• Experience in multiple trades
• Excellent customer service skills
• Personable
• Works well under pressure
• Good time keeping
• Full UK driving license
• Ability to provide own hand tools including spirit level, screw drivers and hammers
• Willingness to travel across Yorkshire and Humber where required

Benefits We Can Offer You.

• 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 Aline 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
• 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

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.

As part of the recruitment process for this role, we will carry out a Background, Identity, Security clearance & BPSS check. For these checks to be completed, we will require from you the relevant identification, including Proof of Address, References, a valid passport and proof that you have lived in the UK for the last 5 years.

Required Qualifications

Carpentry and Joinery (Centre venue) - Site Carpenter Level 2 - City & Guilds

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.