Annual salary: up to £37,686.25
Multi-skilled Operative
Location: Yorkshire and Humber – field based
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Salary up to £37,686.25 per annum, plus, company van & fuel card
42.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 4:30p m
Mears provides temporary accommodation to asylum seekers whilst their claim is being assessed in three regions: Northeast, Yorkshire and Humber, Northern Ireland, and Scotland. Mears work in partnership with central and local Government, registered providers, tenants, landlords and investors to find solutions to homelessness, provide more social and affordable housing and create specialist housing for people with care needs.
We’re on the lookout for a talented and versatile Multi-Skilled Operative to join our team, supporting a busy repairs contract in Yorkshire and Humber. This is a dynamic, hands-on role where you’ll be responsible for delivering high-quality repairs and maintenance across a range of trades in void properties.
With a strong pipeline of work and a commitment to improving 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 someone reliable, skilled across multiple trades, and passionate about getting the job done right the first time.
Duties:
Identifying Void works and carry out works where necessary.
Completing plumbing tasks including removing old shower trays, fitting and replacing baths and taps
Joinery duties include fitting doors, work tops and kitchen cupboards
Repairing or replacing internal doors, handles, locks, and hinges
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
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:
Experience in a core trade (Plumbing, Joinery, Plastering or Tiling)
Experience in multiple trades
Excellent customer service skills
Good understanding of Health and Safety requirements
Personable
Works well under pressure
Good time keeping
Full UK driving license
Ability to provide own hand tools including spirit level, screw drivers and hammers
Willingness to travel across Yorkshire and Humber where required
Benefits we can offer you.
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 (2 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
We have a range of internal forums that Aline with our company core values and beliefs including Mears Men, Women’s Heath, Pride at Mears, R.E.A.C.H, Women Operative support, Armed Forces, Women in Leadership, Diverse
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