Multi Skilled Operative

A2Dominion Group; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Van, Fuel Card, and Uniform

25 days annual leave plus bank hols

Annual Fun Day

Job summary

Pyramid Plus, a dynamic joint venture between A2Dominion and Mears Property Services, is seeking a Multi-Skilled Operative to support a busy responsive repairs contract in Oxford/Reading. You will perform a range of trades, ensuring homes are safe and well maintained, with a strong focus on customer service.

The role involves working across occupied properties, managing day-to-day repairs with independence, and recording job details using handheld devices.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in domestic repairs across multiple trades (bricklaying, paving, groundworks, tarmacking, fencing, tiling).
• Damp & Mould experience.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day responsive repairs across occupied social housing properties.
• Carry out brickwork and masonry repairs, including minor repointing and making good.
• Complete wall and floor tiling repairs, including replacing tiles, grouting and sealing.
• Undertake paving and groundwork repairs, including paths, slabs and other external surfaces.
• Carry out tarmac repairs and minor external works as required.
• Repair and replace fencing, gates and associated external fixtures.
• Identify and carry out appropriate repairs relating to damp and mould, including treating affected areas and making good following remedial works.
• Carry out painting and decorating to a professional finish following repair works.
• Undertake basic carpentry repairs where required as part of wider maintenance work.

Skills

Bricklaying

Paving

Groundworks

Tarmacking

Fencing

Damp & Mould

Handheld devices

Job management systems

Tools

Handheld devices

Job management systems

Job description

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Salary up to £ 40,267.50 per annum, plus, company van & fuel card

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

About Us

Pyramid Plus is a dynamic joint venture between A2Dominion and Mears Property Services, delivering high-quality repairs, maintenance, compliance, planned replacements, and fire risk assessment works. Serving over 23,500 homes, we complete more than 38,000 repairs, 1,000 void refurbishments, and install 600 kitchens and bathrooms each year. With a strong pipeline of upcoming projects, we’re entering an exciting phase of growth.

About the Role

We’re on the lookout for a talented and versatile Multi-Skilled Operative to join our team, supporting a busy responsive repairs contract in Oxford/Reading.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 bricklaying, paving, groundworks, fencing, 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

• Carry out day-to-day responsive repairs across occupied social housing properties.
• Carry out brickwork and masonry repairs, including minor repointing and making good.
• Complete wall and floor tiling repairs, including replacing tiles, grouting and sealing.
• Undertake paving and groundwork repairs, including paths, slabs and other external surfaces.
• Carry out tarmac repairs and minor external works as required.
• Repair and replace fencing, gates and associated external fixtures.
• Identify and carry out appropriate repairs relating to damp and mould, including treating affected areas and making good following remedial works.
• Carry out painting and decorating to a professional finish following repair works.
• Undertake basic carpentry repairs where required as part of wider maintenance work.
• Carry out day-to-day responsive repairs across occupied social housing properties
• 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

• Proven experience in domestic repairs and maintenance across multiple trades (e.g. bricklaying, paving, groundworks, tarmacking, fencing, tiling)
• Damp & Mould 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

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.

If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way.

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