Annual salary: up to £42,020.69
Multi Skilled Operative
Location: Croydon
Contract: Full Time Permanent
Salary up to £42,020.69 per annum, plus, company van & fuel card
42.5 hours per week (8-5 Monday- Friday)
We are looking for a Multi Skilled Operative to join our team in Croydon you will be carrying out a variety of property maintenance tasks, including carpentry, painting, plastering, brickwork, tiling, silicone/mastic works, groundworks and minor plumbing in Void 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 someone reliable, skilled across multiple trades, and passionate about getting the job done right the first time.
Duties:
Carrying out Damp & Mould works
Minor repairs including basic Tiling, Plumbing, Carpentry, Plastering
Mould washes
Painting & decorating
General Handyperson duties
Role Criteria:
Experience in Painting & Decorating, Plastering minor repairs, Carpentry, tiling, Plumbing
Experience in Social housing
UK full driving license
Experience in Damp and mould washes
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
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
Commercial vehicle and fuel card
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:
Laura Bourne (laura.bourne@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.
At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all.
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