Multitrade Repairs Operative — Van & Fuel Card

Mears Group PLC; Wembley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Annual Mears Fun Day

Volunteering Leave

Staff perks with Mears Rewards

Family friendly policies

Company Van, Fuel Card, and Uniform

Job summary

Mears Group PLC, Brent (Northwest London), is seeking a Multi-skilled Operative to deliver high-quality repairs and maintenance across social housing properties. You will work across carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling and decorating, carrying out repairs in occupied homes with care and professionalism.

This full-time, permanent role requires a full UK driving licence, the ability to work independently, and a commitment to safety and customer service. A company van and fuel card are provided.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in domestic repairs across multiple trades (carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, decorating).
• Full UK driving licence held.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer service skills, with experience 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.
• Willingness to participate in out-of-hours emergency rota.

Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day responsive repairs across occupied and void 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.
• Participating in out-of-hours emergency repair rota as required.
• 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

Problem solving

Customer service

Independent worker

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Mears Group PLC, Brent (Northwest London), is seeking a Multi-skilled Operative to deliver high-quality repairs and maintenance across social housing properties. You will work across carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling and decorating, carrying out repairs in occupied homes with care and professionalism.

This full-time, permanent role requires a full UK driving licence, the ability to work independently, and a commitment to safety and customer service. A company van and fuel card are provided.