Repairs & Maintenance General Operative – Van & Fuel Card

Mears Group PLC; New York; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Volunteer leave

Mears Rewards

Family friendly policies

EAP Counselling

Job summary

Mears Group PLC in Manchester is seeking a General Operative to join the Repairs and Maintenance team. This hands-on role requires practical ability, customer service, and teamwork to help maintain our properties to a high standard.

You will install fixtures, paint and decorate, support cleaning and waste duties, and work closely with colleagues and residents. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel are essential, with a commitment to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence (UK)
• Willing to travel
• Ability to work in a team and independently
• Good communication skills
• Hardworking and reliable

Responsibilities

• Install fixtures such as curtains, blinds and door handles, drawing on basic maintenance experience and a keen eye for detail
• Carry out painting and decorating tasks, which require strong organisational skills and a sense of pride in presentation
• Support cleaning and waste collection duties, with flexibility and a willingness to learn new skills
• Work collaboratively within the Repairs and Maintenance team, where strong teamwork and reliability are essential
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, residents, and service users
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality and cost control, with a methodical and dependable approach to work

Skills

Maintenance knowledge

Teamwork

Good communication

Full UK Driving License

Willing to travel

Carpentry

Job description

Mears Group PLC in Manchester is seeking a General Operative to join the Repairs and Maintenance team. This hands-on role requires practical ability, customer service, and teamwork to help maintain our properties to a high standard.

You will install fixtures, paint and decorate, support cleaning and waste duties, and work closely with colleagues and residents. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel are essential, with a commitment to safety and quality.