Multi-Skilled Void Repairs Technician

Mears Group; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Mears Group is seeking a Multi-skilled Operative for our Margate properties. This full-time permanent role involves hands-on repairs across empty social housing properties, including carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling and decorating.

You will work to ensure properties are safe, compliant, and ready for new residents, with a focus on efficient void turnaround and quality workmanship. You will manage a range of multi-trade tasks, report additional works as needed, and maintain tools and

Qualifications

• Proven ability to perform void repairs across social housing properties.
• Experience across carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling and decorating.
• Knowledge of health & safety in domestic properties.

Responsibilities

• Carry out void property works across social housing properties.
• Replacing or repairing skirting boards, architraves, internal door frames and other timberwork.
• Installing, repairing and adjusting kitchen units, worktops, cupboard doors and associated fittings.
• Repairing or replacing internal doors, handles, locks and hinges.
• Identifying and completing minor plumbing repairs and replacing fittings where required.
• Repairing or replacing UPVC components, including windows, doors, frames, locks, handles and hinges.
• Carrying out patch plastering and making good damaged walls and ceilings.
• Completing wall and floor tiling/vinyl repairs, including grouting and sealing.
• Painting and decorating following repairs to ensure standards.

Skills

Multi-trade skills

Driving licence

Health & safety awareness

Social housing experience

Education

Trade qualification or equivalent

Job description

Mears Group is seeking a Multi-skilled Operative for our Margate properties. This full-time permanent role involves hands-on repairs across empty social housing properties, including carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling and decorating.

You will work to ensure properties are safe, compliant, and ready for new residents, with a focus on efficient void turnaround and quality workmanship. You will manage a range of multi-trade tasks, report additional works as needed, and maintain tools and