Annual salary: up to £36,848.00
Multi Skilled Operative
Location: Leeds
Contract: Permanent, Full Time, 42.5 hours per week
Salary: £39,646.94 per annum plus company van and fuel card
We are seeking experienced tradespeople to join our Leeds team, delivering responsive repairs and maintenance services within residential properties. This is an excellent opportunity to join an organisation that values quality workmanship, customer service and career development.
Working across Leeds and the surrounding areas, you will undertake a variety of repairs and maintenance tasks, support damp and mould remediation programmes and ensuring homes are maintained to a high standard. You will work independently and as part of a wider team to provide an excellent service to residents.
About the Role:
Undertake responsive repairs and maintenance works
Support damp and mould remediation projects
Remove and replace skirting boards, kitchen units and associated fixtures
Carry out repairs safely, efficiently and to a high standard
Ensure excellent customer service when working within residents' homes
Use a PDA to receive and complete work orders
Maintain company tools, equipment and vehicle responsibly
Work independently and collaboratively as part of a wider team
Key Criteria:
Qualified in a minimum of one trade discipline including Bricklaying, Carpentry & Joinery, Plastering, Roofing, Plumbing, Damp Proof Coursing, Tiling or Glazing
Experience working within a trade environment
Strong customer service and communication skills
Full UK driving licence
Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively
Desirable:
Knowledge and experience of working with damp and mould
Experience within social housing
Qualification or demonstrable experience in three or more trade disciplines
Benefits:
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity (14 weeks full pay, 12 weeks half pay and 13 weeks statutory pay), paternity (4 weeks full pay) and adoption leave
Employee Assistance Programme - free confidential support and counselling available
Mears Rewards offering discounts and cashback at leading retailers including travel, household items and shopping
Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work!
Volunteering leave – up to two days per year to support community initiatives
Cycle to Work Scheme
Share save scheme
Recognition and long service awards
Buy up to 5 days holiday each year depending on length of service
Learning and development opportunities
Career progression opportunities across Mears Group
Occupational health support
Green car scheme with Tusker after successful probation period
Be part of an inclusive workplace with access to a range of colleague networks and support groups focused on diversity, wellbeing and career development. From Disability, Pride (LGBTQ+) and Ethnic Diversity networks to Women in Leadership, the Women Operative Support Group, Women's Health, Men's Mental Health and Armed Forces communities, these groups provide opportunities for support, connection and professional development across our diverse workforce.
Company Sick Pay
Life Assurance (1x annual salary)
Company pension scheme with Peoples Pension, 5% employee and 3% employer pension contribution
All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.
To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points.
Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.
Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact:
Grace Harris (grace.harris@mearsgroup.co.uk) If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way.
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