Multi-Trade Operative: Van & Fuel Card

Mears Group PLC; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Fuel card

Uniform

25 days annual leave

Volunteering leave

Mears Rewards discounts

Family friendly policies

Job summary

Mears Group PLC in Milton Keynes is seeking a Multi Skilled Operative to carry out a range of property maintenance tasks across void and tenanted homes. The role includes carpentry, plastering, tiling, and minor plumbing, with a focus on high-quality repairs and installation work.

You will operate across domestic properties with a strong emphasis on safety, customer service, and efficiency. The position offers a company van and fuel card, 42.5 hours per week, and a salary up to £37,428.13 per

Qualifications

• Core trade proven experience in domestic repairs and maintenance across multiple trades.
• 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

Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day responsive repairs across Voids and tenanted social housing properties
• Replacing or repairing skirting boards, architraves, and internal door frames
• Installing and adjusting kitchen units, worktops, and cupboard doors
• Repairing or replacing internal doors, handles, locks, and hinges
• Identifying and fixing minor plumbing issues such as leaks, dripping taps, and blocked sinks
• 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

Skills

Carpentry

Painting

Plastering

Brickwork

Tiling

Silicone/Mastic works

Groundworks

Plumbing

Tools

Handheld devices

Job management systems

Job description

Mears Group PLC in Milton Keynes is seeking a Multi Skilled Operative to carry out a range of property maintenance tasks across void and tenanted homes. The role includes carpentry, plastering, tiling, and minor plumbing, with a focus on high-quality repairs and installation work.

You will operate across domestic properties with a strong emphasis on safety, customer service, and efficiency. The position offers a company van and fuel card, 42.5 hours per week, and a salary up to £37,428.13 per