Annual salary: up to £37,000.00
Multi-skilled operative (repairs)
Location: Birmingham
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary £37,000 + company van and fuel card
with additional opportunities for overtime. There is also an optional out-of-hours call rota, providing the chance to further enhance your overall earnings.
Join us on our new, exciting contract with Birmingham City Council
Mears Group has been awarded a major new 10-year partnership with Birmingham City Council to deliver repairs, maintenance, and planned investment work across 11,500 homes in central and west Birmingham. This contract represents one of our most significant projects in the city and will create a wide range of opportunities across our operational teams.
About the Role:
We are looking for multi skilled operatives to join our team in Birmingham. You will be carrying out a variety of property maintenance tasks, including painting, plastering, brickwork, carpentry, tiling, silicone/mastic works, groundworks and minor plumbing in tenanted properties. The role requires a delivering high-quality repairs and installations across domestic properties.
With a strong pipeline of work and a commitment to improving social housing standards, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a team that’s making a real difference in the community. We’re looking for people who are reliable, skilled across multiple trades, and passionate about getting the job done right the first time.
Duties:
Carry out day-to-day responsive repairs across 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
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
Role Criteria:
Proven experience in domestic repairs and maintenance across multiple trades (e.g. carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, decorating)
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
Benefits we can offer you:
Company Sick Pay
Life Assurance (1x annual salary)
Company pension scheme with People's Pension
5% employee and 3% employer pension contribution
Company vehicle and fuel card
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Enhanced family-friendly policies
Employee Assistance Programme
Mears Rewards discounts and cashback scheme
Annual Mears Fun Day
Volunteering leave of up to two days per year
Cycle to Work Scheme
Share Save Scheme
Recognition and long-service awards
Buy up to five additional days holiday
Learning and development opportunities
Career progression across Mears Group
Occupational health support
Green Car Scheme with Tusker after successful probation
Be part of an inclusive workplace with access to a range of colleague networks and support groups…