Multi-Trade Repairs Technician - Social Housing

Mears Group; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Fuel card

Uniform

25 days annual leave

Volunteering leave

Mears Rewards discounts

Job summary

Join Mears Group in Gillingham as a Multi-Skilled Operative, delivering repairs across social housing properties. The role is full-time, permanent, and pays up to £35,000 per year with a company van and fuel card.

Typical week is 42.5 hours (Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm) in occupied homes across Medway. You’ll perform carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, decorating, and other trades, prioritising safety and high-quality outcomes for residents.

Qualifications

• Experience in domestic repairs across multiple trades.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to work independently in occupied homes.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day responsive repairs across social housing properties.
• Replace or repair skirting boards, architraves, and internal doors.
• Install and adjust kitchen units, worktops, and cupboards.
• Repair internal doors, handles, locks and hinges.
• Identify and fix plumbing leaks and blockages.
• Carry out patch plastering and make good damaged walls or ceilings.
• Tile walls and floors and finish neatly.
• Paint and decorate to a professional standard.
• Record job details using handheld devices.
• Maintain tools and company vehicle.

Skills

Multi-trade experience

Problem solving

Customer service

Health and safety awareness

Tools

Handheld devices

Job management systems

Job description

Join Mears Group in Gillingham as a Multi-Skilled Operative, delivering repairs across social housing properties. The role is full-time, permanent, and pays up to £35,000 per year with a company van and fuel card.

Typical week is 42.5 hours (Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm) in occupied homes across Medway. You’ll perform carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, decorating, and other trades, prioritising safety and high-quality outcomes for residents.