Multi-Skilled Repairs Operative for Social Housing

Mears Group; Norwich; On-site; GBP 30,971 - 41,689; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Van & Fuel Card

Uniform

PPE provided

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Volunteering Leave

Job summary

Mears Group is seeking a Multi Skilled Operative to join our team in Norwich. You will perform hands-on maintenance across void social housing properties, tackling carpentry, plumbing, plastering and tiling tasks to keep homes safe and functional.

You will work across reactive repairs, with a strong emphasis on quality, problem-solving, and excellent customer service. A full UK driving licence and willingness to participate in an out-of-hours rota are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience across multiple trades in domestic repairs.
• Ability to diagnose and fix faults across carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling and decorating.
• Strong customer-service ethic and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Carry out responsive repairs across void social housing properties.
• Replace/repair skirting boards, architraves and internal door frames.
• Install/adjust kitchen units, worktops and cupboard doors; repair/replace doors, handles, locks and hinges.
• Identify and fix minor plumbing issues such as leaks or dripping taps.
• Carry out patch plastering and make good damaged walls/ceilings; tile repairs and grouting.
• Paint and decorate to a professional standard after repairs; ensure safety and quality.
• Record job details using handheld devices or job sheets; maintain tools and vehicle.
• Participate in out-of-hours emergency repair rota as required.

Skills

Multi-trade experience

Carpentry

Plumbing

Plastering

Tiling

Problem solving

Customer service

Driving licence

Job description

Mears Group is seeking a Multi Skilled Operative to join our team in Norwich. You will perform hands-on maintenance across void social housing properties, tackling carpentry, plumbing, plastering and tiling tasks to keep homes safe and functional.

You will work across reactive repairs, with a strong emphasis on quality, problem-solving, and excellent customer service. A full UK driving licence and willingness to participate in an out-of-hours rota are essential.