Multi-Skilled Property Repairs Operative – Van & Fuel

Mears Group; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Company vehicle & fuel card

Pension scheme

Job summary

Mears Group is seeking a Multi Skilled Operative to carry out a range of property maintenance tasks across tenanted homes in Durham. You will work across carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling and decorating to deliver high-quality repairs.

You’ll use handheld devices for job records and operate within health and safety guidelines. The role offers a full-time permanent contract with a 42.5-hour week, a company van and fuel card, and a strong emphasis on customer service while working in

Qualifications

• Experience across carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling and decorating in domestic repairs.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.

Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day responsive repairs across tenanted social housing properties.
• Replace or repair skirting boards, architraves, and internal door frames.
• Install and adjust kitchen units, worktops, and cupboard doors.
• Repair or replace internal doors, handles, locks, and hinges.
• Identify and fix minor plumbing issues such as leaks, dripping taps, and blocked sinks.
• Carry out patch plastering and making good damaged walls or ceilings.
• Complete wall and floor tiling repairs, including grouting and sealing.
• Paint and decorate to a professional finish following repair works.
• Ensure repairs are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
• Work in occupied properties with residents’ needs and privacy in mind.
• 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 to meet service targets.

Skills

Multi-trade experience

Driving licence

Problem solving

Customer service

Health & safety

Handheld device usage

Tools

Handheld devices

Job description

Mears Group is seeking a Multi Skilled Operative to carry out a range of property maintenance tasks across tenanted homes in Durham. You will work across carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling and decorating to deliver high-quality repairs.

You’ll use handheld devices for job records and operate within health and safety guidelines. The role offers a full-time permanent contract with a 42.5-hour week, a company van and fuel card, and a strong emphasis on customer service while working in